Lifestyle Manager

E4 People; Australia; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Salary Packaging

Job summary

E4 People is recruiting an experienced Lifestyle Manager for a not-for-profit aged care home in Cheltenham. You will lead the development and delivery of creative lifestyle programs, promoting resident engagement and wellbeing, while collaborating with the CEO and leadership team.

You will oversee digital communications, marketing initiatives, budgeting and reporting, ensuring a resident-centred, compliant operation with a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (or equivalent qualification).
• Experience in a Lifestyle leadership role within residential aged care.
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with digital platforms and social media.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support a team of Lifestyle staff and volunteers.
• Develop and deliver engaging lifestyle programs for residents.
• Introduce innovative initiatives to improve engagement and wellbeing.
• Manage budgets, reporting and contribute to financial analysis.
• Coordinate digital communications and newsletters.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Communication

Budgeting

Digital platforms

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle

Job description

Lead with creativity. Inspire meaningful experiences. Make a difference every day. An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Lifestyle Manager to join a highly regarded not-for-profit aged care provider in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership position where you can shape resident engagement, wellbeing and lifestyle experiences across the home.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll have genuine autonomy to bring fresh ideas, develop your team and create meaningful experiences for residents. You'll join a values-driven organisation with a supportive culture, a strong community reputation and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional resident care.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $45 – $50 per hour + Super + Salary Packaging!
• Report directly to the CEO, with genuine influence across the organisation.
• Lead and mentor a dedicated team of Lifestyle staff and volunteers.
• Autonomy to introduce fresh ideas and innovative lifestyle programs.
• Join a highly regarded not-for-profit provider with a supportive, values-driven culture.
• Be part of a fully compliant and well-managed aged care home.
• Play a key role in enhancing resident engagement, wellbeing and overall experience.

The Role

As Lifestyle Manager, you'll lead the development and delivery of engaging lifestyle programs that enhance residents' physical, emotional, social and cultural wellbeing. Working closely with the CEO and broader leadership team, you'll foster an inclusive, resident-centred environment while ensuring residents have opportunities to participate in meaningful activities and community initiatives.

You'll also have responsibility for digital communications and marketing, alongside contributing to budgeting, reporting and continuous improvement across lifestyle services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support a team of Lifestyle staff and volunteers.
• Develop and deliver creative lifestyle programs tailored to residents' individual interests, backgrounds and needs.
• Introduce innovative initiatives to improve resident engagement and wellbeing.
• Manage lifestyle budgets, reporting and contribute to profit and loss analysis.
• Provide regular updates and reporting directly to the CEO.
• Coordinate social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.
• Prepare quarterly newsletters and manage monthly Mailchimp communications.
• Maintain in-house digital activity boards and promote upcoming events.
• Support compliance, documentation and continuous improvement across lifestyle services.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, staff and the wider community.

About You

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (or equivalent qualification).
• Previous experience in a Lifestyle leadership role within residential aged care.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• Creative, proactive and passionate about delivering meaningful resident experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident using digital platforms, social media, newsletters and communication tools.
• Strong organisational skills, with an understanding of budgeting and reporting.
• A genuine commitment to person-centred care and improving the lives of older people.