Wellbeing Manager - Mount Waverley Glades Care Community

Opal Healthcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + 12% superannuation

Permanent full-time, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Opal HealthCare Academy

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a creative and compassionate Wellbeing Manager to lead the Meaningful Life program at Mount Waverley Glades Care Community. You will drive events, personalize resident engagement, and mentor the care team to deliver daily, meaningful interactions.

The role offers permanent full-time hours (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm) with base salary plus 12% superannuation and opportunities for career development through the Opal HealthCare Academy.

Qualifications

• Experience in program coordination, lifestyle, wellbeing, or similar role (aged care highly regarded).
• Leadership experience or a strong desire to coach and support a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse and engaging program of events and activities supporting wellbeing.
• Develop personalised engagement plans for residents, considering backgrounds and preferences.
• Coach and mentor care team to deliver meaningful daily interactions.
• Collaborate with clinical and allied health teams to support mobility, independence and quality of life.
• Cultivate a vibrant community culture where every resident thrives.

Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Communication

Program coordination

Education

Health/aged care or leisure & lifestyle qualification

Job description

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do."Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 150 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We're looking for a creative and compassionateWellbeing Manager to lead our Meaningful Life program and enrich the lives of our residents at Mount Waverley Glades Care Community.

What's on Offer:

• Location: Mount Waverley Glades Care Community
• Employment Type: Permanent full-time, Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm)
• Remuneration: Attractive base salary + 12% superannuation

Why Choose Opal?

Work-life balance— Stable Monday to Friday day shiftsCareer developmentthrough our Opal HealthCare Academy & specialised wellbeing trainingLeadership pathways— Grow your career in a supportive, values-led environmentStudy support— Scholarships up to$15,000for further education$5,000 referral bonusesfor bringing a friend onboardNational secondment opportunitiesto grow your career while exploring new locationsSector-leading innovationin aged care wellbeing

What You'll Do:

• Lead a diverse and engaging program of events and activities that support physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Develop personalised engagement plans for residents, celebrating their unique backgrounds, preferences, and passions.
• Coach and mentor our care team to deliver meaningful, daily interactions with residents.
• Work closely with clinical and allied health teams to support resident mobility, independence, and overall quality of life.
• Be the creative driver behind a vibrant community culture where every resident can thrive.

What You'll Need:

• -A passion for enriching the lives of others and creating joyful experiences.
• -Experience in program coordination, lifestyle, wellbeing, or a similar role (aged care highly regarded).
• -Excellent creativity, organisation, and communication skills.
• -Leadership experience or a strong desire to coach and support a team.
• -A relevant qualification in health, aged care, community services, or leisure & lifestyle is desirable.

-Willingness to complete:

• Pre-employment medical
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Create a Life Full of Meaning

If you are a passionate leader who believes every day should be filled with purpose and joy, this is your chance to make a profound difference.