Senior Outings & Care Lifestyle Assistant

ComLink Limited; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Comlink Australia is seeking a personable Lifestyle Assistant to help older people stay social, safe and engaged during respite events, group outings and community activities.

You will work closely with a Lifestyle Coordinator, lead with warmth, and pitch in anywhere from arranging meals to escorting groups on outings. A cheerful chat, reliable transport and a respectful approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Empathy for older people from all backgrounds, and clear professional boundaries.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable and punctual with a calm, friendly approach.
• Ability to drive and assist people in/out of vehicles and events.

Responsibilities

• Set up venues, help with meals and keep activities on track.
• Sit, chat and support people one-on-one at events.
• Drive vehicles, assist people in and out, follow the run sheet.
• Provide personal care at events and support at home if required.
• Notice changes in health, mood or mobility and alert the team early.

Skills

Empathy

Punctuality

Customer service

Driver licence

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (or Aged Care/Community Services)

First Aid & CPR certificate

Job description

Comlink Australia is seeking a personable Lifestyle Assistant to help older people stay social, safe and engaged during respite events, group outings and community activities.

You will work closely with a Lifestyle Coordinator, lead with warmth, and pitch in anywhere from arranging meals to escorting groups on outings. A cheerful chat, reliable transport and a respectful approach are essential.