Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator

VMCH; Ashwood (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

VMCH Ashwood is seeking a Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator to lead planning and delivery of engaging lifestyle programs within our residential aged care community. You will mentor Lifestyle Assistants and volunteers, tailoring activities to residents' interests and goals to enhance wellbeing.

The role requires experience in aged care, leadership, Montessori understanding, and strong communication and IT skills, with a focus on documenting outcomes and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, Diversional Therapy, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working within an aged care environment.
• Previous experience leading and supervising staff.
• Understanding Montessori principles in aged care.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate engaging lifestyle and activity programs for residents.
• Assess residents' leisure and wellbeing needs and create individualised program plans.
• Organise events, excursions, and activities that promote social connection, independence, and active engagement.
• Support residents living with dementia through meaningful and purposeful activities.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise Lifestyle Assistants and volunteers.
• Maintain documentation, evaluate program outcomes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience in aged care

Leadership

Montessori principles

Communication

Organisational skills

Relationship-building

MS Office

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health / Diversional Therapy or equivalent

First Aid Certificate (Level 2)

Job description

• Ashwood, VIC, Australia, 3147
• Part time

Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator | Residential Aged Care | VMCH Ashwood

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences that enhance the wellbeing and quality of life of older people? VMCH is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator at Ashwood to lead the planning and delivery of engaging lifestyle programs within our residential aged care community.

The Position

As the Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing and delivering innovative lifestyle, leisure, and activity programs that support residents' independence, wellbeing, and participation in daily life. You will lead and mentor Lifestyle Assistants and volunteers while ensuring programs align with residents' individual interests, needs, and goals.

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate engaging lifestyle and activity programs for residents.
• Assess residents' leisure and wellbeing needs and create individualised program plans.
• Organise events, excursions, and activities that promote social connection, independence, and active engagement.
• Support residents living with dementia through meaningful and purposeful activities.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise Lifestyle Assistants and volunteers.
• Maintain documentation, evaluate program outcomes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What's Required

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, Diversional Therapy, or equivalent qualification
• Experience working within an aged care environment
• Previous experience leading and supervising staff.
• An understanding of Montessori principles in aged care.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

What’s Possible

• Rewarding work, within a supportive environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary + salary packaging (with potential for increased take-home pay)
• Flexible, family friendly work culture
• Wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for you and close family members
• Enjoy access to Fitness Passport, helping you and your family stay active with heavily discounted access to hundreds of fitness and recreation venues
• Discounts on private health insurance, school holiday programs, car hire and much more!
• Open a high-interest savings account via our banking partner
• Motor vehicle allowance
• Join a place where diversity and inclusion lives, breathes and thrives.

At VMCH, we believe people should be seen and valued for who they are, not defined by the services they receive.

For more than a century, we have been part of Victorian communities, supporting people to live with purpose and connection. Led by our Catholic tradition, we recognise the inherent dignity and humanity of every person, their individuality, relationships, experiences and the contribution they make throughout their lives.

Across aged care, care at home, disability services, retirement living, specialist education and affordable housing, our role is to help people make their own choices, remain in control of their lives and stay connected to the people, places and communities that matter most to them.

Guided by our values of Love, Joy, Courage and Hospitality, more than 4,000 staff and volunteers support over 15,000 people across Victoria. Together, we create places of belonging where people are respected, included and empowered to live life on their own terms.

We would love you to join us to provide excellence in aged care.