Recreation Officer (Sunset Ridge Interim Care)

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Rockhampton Regional; Sur place; AUD 59 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Ongoing Professional Development and教育

Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety

Generous Salary Sacrificing Options

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Résumé du poste

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Rockhampton QLD is seeking an Activities Coordinator for the Interim Care Unit at Sunset Ridge to plan, deliver and evaluate activities that support patients' physical, mental and social wellbeing, including those living with dementia. You will manage recreation equipment, supervise volunteers and engage with community groups to keep patients connected.

A relevant qualification is highly desirable and you’ll tailor programs to individual needs and

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification is highly desirable — Leisure and Health, Diversional Therapy, Community Services, Disability Studies, or an equivalent trade-level qualification.
• Understand individual abilities, interests and needs, then turn them into meaningful and enjoyable activities.
• Confident developing lifestyle programs, including activities that support people living with dementia and other cognitive challenges.
• Understand aged care requirements, enjoy working as part of a team, embrace change and are passionate about continually improving the care and experiences we provide.

Responsabilités

• Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging activities that support patients' physical, mental and social wellbeing — including activities tailored for people living with dementia.
• Look after our recreation equipment and supplies, making sure everything is clean, safe and ready for action.
• Support and guide volunteers, students and visitors, while building connections with community groups to keep patients connected to the world around them.
• Get to know each patient through social profiles, lifestyle assessments and feedback, using what you learn to continually improve our activities and programs.

Formation

Leisure and Health, Diversional Therapy, Community Services, Disability Studies, or an equivalent trade-level qualification

Description du poste

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Rockhampton QLD

Welcome to our30-bed Interim Care Unit at Sunset Ridge! We provide24-hour care and supportfor people who are ready to take their next step after hospital.

Our unit has two wings:Seahorse, our secure area, andStarfish, our non-secure area.

Interim Care is abridge to what comes next— supporting people who no longer need acute hospital care but aren't quite ready to return home. We help people prepare for their next chapter, whether that's moving toResidential Aged Careor returning to the community withNDIS supports.

About us:

Welcome to our30-bed Interim Care Unit at Sunset Ridge! We provide24-hour care and supportfor people who are ready to take their next step after hospital.

Our unit has two wings:Seahorse, our secure area, andStarfish, our non-secure area.

Interim Care is abridge to what comes next— supporting people who no longer need acute hospital care but aren't quite ready to return home. We help people prepare for their next chapter, whether that’s moving toResidential Aged Careor returning to the community with NDIS supports.

About the role:

• Bring the fun!Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging activities that support patients' physical, mental and social wellbeing — including activities tailored for people living with dementia.
• Keep things running smoothly.Look after our recreation equipment and supplies, making sure everything is clean, safe and ready for action.
• Get everyone involved. Support and guide volunteers, students and visitors, while building connections with community groups to keep patients connected to the world around them.
• Make it personable. Get to know each patient through social profiles, lifestyle assessments and feedback, using what you learn to continually improve our activities and programs.

About you:

• A relevant qualification is highly desirable — such as Leisure and Health, Diversional Therapy, Community Services, Disability Studies, or an equivalent trade-level qualification.
• Understand individual abilities, interests and needs, then turn them into meaningful and enjoyable activities.
• Confident developing lifestyle programs, including activities that support people living with dementia and other cognitive challenges.
• Understand aged care requirements, enjoy working as part of a team, embrace change and are passionate about continually improving the care and experiences we provide.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $60,579 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $34.53 - $36.34 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

• Contact ***************@health.qld.gov.au
• Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6I693567

Applications close: Monday, 12 October 2026

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