Recreation Therapist - Aged Care & Dementia (Interim Unit)

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

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

Job description

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