Wellbeing and Care Support Officer

Whiddon; Grafton; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 5 weeks

Long Service Leave

Parental Leave 12 weeks

Fertility Leave

Community Service Leave

Compassionate Leave

Public Holiday Extra

Employee Assistance Program

Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Quarterly Gifts

Retail Discounts

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Job summary

Whiddon in Grafton (Northern Rivers) is seeking a caring professional to plan and deliver activities that support residents’ emotional and physical wellbeing, helping them maintain independence and mobility. You will join a not-for-profit family environment with supportive leaders who value wellbeing and recognise your contributions.

The role is permanent part-time, requiring at least 30 hours per fortnight and a Cert IV in Leisure and Health (or willingness to study).

Qualifications

• Cert IV in Leisure and Health or equivalent, or willingness to undertake studies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities and programs to promote the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents.
• Engage with residents to understand their personalities and life experiences and tailor activities accordingly.

Education

Cert IV in Leisure and Health

Job description

You are creative with ideas and energy, so we will complement these with Care Home leaders that listen to you and support you with an open mind and recognition of how important your wellbeing support is for residents.

As you plan and implement activities and programs, you will discover the unique personalities and life experiences of residents, as well as the growing network of passionate Wellbeing and Care Support professionals who will support you with their ideas and creativity.

This is a unique way of applying your talents to promote the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents to maintain their independence and mobility.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, but more importantly, we are like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.

We are hoping you will join our fantastic Whiddon family at Grafton, in the Northern Rivers' region, on a permanent part time basis working at least 30 hours per fortnight.

We are looking for candidates that hold a Cert IV in Leisure and Health, or equivalent (or who are willing to undertake these studies).

WHAT WE OFFER

At Whiddon, we provide our people with benefits that will enhance their experience and provide them with things they actually want and will use. Our benefits are centred around 'Five Pillars - mind, body, financial, social and career.

• Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body (Permanent employees)
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave
• Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year
• Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave
• Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day
• Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support
• Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay. Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your hourly rate by more than $2? This is how:
• Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
• Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
• Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport.
• Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service and a rewards program through our partners.
• Quarterly gifts, including Cost of living voucher, ACE Day, Christmas gifting and other ad-hoc gifts from time to time.
• Access to retail benefits and perks, including great discounts, and passes to the cinema, tickets to concerts or sports events, food vouchers, and more!
• Employee Referral Program. Get paid up to $500 to refer our next Whiddon star.
• Learning, learning, learning. Whiddon Scholarships Programs, Leadership Development Programs, Traineeships and more... we want to support your educational journey!
• Get recognised for your great work! Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night and more.
• Recognition for successfully completing your probation period.
• Locations across NSW and QLD. If you need to relocate or wish to transfer between our Homes