Resident Life & Social Programs Coordinator

Respect Group Limited; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Respect Glenella Care in Mackay region is seeking a passionate Social Care Coordinator to lead our social care program and create meaningful experiences for residents. You will oversee day-to-day activities, supervise Social Care Assistants and volunteers, and collaborate with the General Manager to tailor programs to residents' interests, abilities and needs.

You will build connections with local community groups and ensure compliance with documentation and standards while promoting resident

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle or similar qualification.
• Experience supervising and delivering a social care program.
• Genuine, empathetic and resident-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong relationship-building and organisational skills.
• Solutions-focused problem solving.
• Proficient computer and information management skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Current NDIS worker Screen, or ability to obtain one.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and continually review engaging social, recreational and therapeutic activities that are resident-focused.
• Lead and support Social Care Assistants and volunteers.
• Develop strong relationships with local community groups, schools, sporting organisations and other community partners.
• Facilitate resident meetings and encourage residents to have an active voice in planning activities and programs.
• Develop and maintain a vibrant volunteer program that encourages community engagement and resident participation.
• Maintain appropriate records, program registers, attendance records and social care documentation.
• Manage social care resources, inventory and expenditure within the approved budget.
• Contribute to facility management meetings and strategic social care planning.
• Support compliance with organisational policies, legislation and relevant standards.
• Participate in professional development, mandatory training and quality improvement activities.
• Promote a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for residents, families, visitors, volunteers and colleagues.

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle

Job description

Respect Glenella Care in Mackay region is seeking a passionate Social Care Coordinator to lead our social care program and create meaningful experiences for residents. You will oversee day-to-day activities, supervise Social Care Assistants and volunteers, and collaborate with the General Manager to tailor programs to residents' interests, abilities and needs.

You will build connections with local community groups and ensure compliance with documentation and standards while promoting resident