Senior Lifestyle Coordinator - Elder Care Activities Lead

Catholic Healthcare Limited; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport gym benefit

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Additional week of leave for EA shift

40+ Locations across NSW and QLD

Values-based organisation

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare Limited in Unanderra is seeking a proactive Lifestyle Coordinator to lead resident activities and programs, planning social, recreational and cultural activities that respect residents’ choices and individual preferences.

You will coach the lifestyle team, assess residents' needs, and collaborate with families and volunteers to create meaningful experiences while upholding the organisation's values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• A kind heart and passion for providing high quality care to the elderly.
• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health or similar.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Strong coaching/training skills.
• Able to establish and maintain professional relationships with residents and their families.
• Commitment to respecting the values, customs, preferences and spiritual beliefs of residents.
• Great IT skills – this will be tested.
• NDIS and Police check clearance or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Encouraging resident choice and participation in individual and group activities.
• Conducting resident assessments to gain a deeper understanding of each residents preference and needs.
• Planning and implementing innovative events and lifestyle activities for residents and where possible involving the wider community, volunteers and residents family and friends.
• Acting as team leader, providing coaching, supervision and guidance to the lifestyle team.
• Working in a safe manner to protect yourself, your colleagues and residents closely following all policies and procedures.

Skills

Kind heart

Communication skills

Coaching skills

IT skills

Relationship building

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

Job description

Catholic Healthcare Limited in Unanderra is seeking a proactive Lifestyle Coordinator to lead resident activities and programs, planning social, recreational and cultural activities that respect residents’ choices and individual preferences.

You will coach the lifestyle team, assess residents' needs, and collaborate with families and volunteers to create meaningful experiences while upholding the organisation's values and safety standards.