Senior Living Social & Community Engagement Lead

Respect; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Respect Glenella Care is seeking a passionate Social Care Coordinator to lead our social care program and enrich residents’ lives through engaging activities and person-centred care.

You will oversee day-to-day delivery, working with the General Manager to ensure activities meet residents’ interests, abilities, and needs, while fostering an inclusive and vibrant social environment in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising and delivering a social care program.
• Empathetic, resident-focused approach to care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and review social, recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Lead and support Social Care Assistants and volunteers.
• Develop relationships with local community groups and partners.
• Facilitate resident meetings and promote active resident voice.
• Maintain a vibrant volunteer program and community engagement.
• Keep accurate records and program documentation.
• Manage social care resources and budget within approved limits.
• Participate in professional development and mandatory training.
• Promote a safe, respectful and inclusive environment.

Skills

Program supervision

Resident engagement

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Computer literacy

First Aid

NDIS screening

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle

Job description

Respect Glenella Care is seeking a passionate Social Care Coordinator to lead our social care program and enrich residents’ lives through engaging activities and person-centred care.

You will oversee day-to-day delivery, working with the General Manager to ensure activities meet residents’ interests, abilities, and needs, while fostering an inclusive and vibrant social environment in the community.