Lifestyle Coordinator — Design Vibrant Senior Programs

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT); Cumberland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging ($15,900)

Discounted health insurance

Ongoing training and development

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) is looking for a passionate Lifestyle Coordinator to enhance the experience of older residents at Cardinal Gilroy Village. You will design and implement engaging programs that support the physical and emotional well-being of residents.

The ideal candidate will have a Certificate IV in Leisure and Health and experience in delivering community engagement activities. Benefits include salary packaging and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience in lifestyle, community engagement, recreation, hospitality or customer service activities.
• Current First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• Food Safety Certificate (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement leisure programs for residents.
• Facilitate community engagement activities and events.
• Adapt programs based on ongoing assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

Job description

Brief Description

About Us

We have a proud history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live life to the fullest. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we reinvest in creating outstanding experiences for our clients while supporting and developing our frontline staff. When you join us, you’ll enjoy competitive pay, generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits, and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues who truly care.

Lifestyle Coordinator – Full Time | Cardinal Gilroy Village, Merrylands

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences and building vibrant community connections for older people? As our Lifestyle Coordinator, you will play a key role in enriching the lives of residents by designing and delivering engaging programs that promote wellbeing, independence and a strong sense of belonging.

Working closely with the Village Manager, Allied Health professionals, volunteers, residents, families and community partners, you'll create opportunities that support residents' physical, emotional, social, cultural, cognitive and spiritual wellbeing. From coordinating exciting events and community activities to fostering valuable partnerships and encouraging resident participation, every day offers the chance to make a genuine difference.

If you love bringing people together, creating memorable experiences and making a positive impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650
• Heart HQ – our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts and features to help you celebrate, connect, and succeed
• Fitness Passport – discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, with full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT
• Discounted private health insurance
• Wellbeing initiatives including Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing Training and Development
• LinkedIn Training – access to a digital library of over 6,000 courses for SCC's Senior Leaders and Support Office teams
• Genuine Career Progression Pathways – Buddy Program, New Grad Elevate Program, Study Support
• Referral Bonus Program
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing, implementing and evaluating individual and group leisure programs that support residents' physical, emotional, cognitive, social, cultural and spiritual wellbeing.
• Facilitating a diverse range of activities, events, outings and community engagement opportunities.
• Responding to changing resident needs through ongoing assessment, review and adaptation of programs.
• Working closely with residents, families, volunteers and village team members to support resident outcomes.
• Contributing positively to team culture through open communication, collaboration and shared problem-solving.
• Supporting village events, hospitality services, and community activities as required
• Ensuring activities, events and outings are appropriately planned and risk assessed.
  
  

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (or equivalent qualification).
• Experience delivering lifestyle, community engagement, recreation, hospitality or customer service activities.
• Current First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• Customer service or hospitality experience (desirable).
• Food Safety Certificate (desirable).
• Current Police Check and any other legislatively required clearances.
  
  

Skills And Capacity

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Sound organisational, documentation and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Understanding of diversity, inclusion and resident rights.
• Knowledge of risk management, workplace health and safety practices and quality standards.
  
  

Summary

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do! We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.