Lifestyle Team Lead (Residential Aged Care)
Lifestyle Team Lead (Residential Aged Care)
Full Time
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and compassionate Lifestyle Team Leader to work in our close-knit Lifestyle team in delivering engaging, person-centred wellbeing programs for our residents. The goal is to enhance residents' physical, social, and emotional well-being through personalised care and engagement.
In this role, you will be responsible for enhancing residents' quality of life by planning and facilitating social, physical, and emotional activities tailored to individual needs, promote independence, and support wellbeing within our aged care community.
What You'll Do
Guide the Lifestyle team to deliver high-quality programs
Implement meaningful, resident-focused lifestyle activities
Ensure programs align with residents' assessed preferences, abilities, and care plans
Collaborate with clinical and care teams to support holistic care
Maintain accurate documentation and evaluation and ensure compliance with aged care standards
Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for residents and staff
Work under the direction of the Lifestyle team leader and Manager
About You
Relevant qualifications (e.g. Cert IV in Lifestyle & Leisure, Diversional Therapy, or similar)
Full working rights in Australia
Minimum 2 years' experience in aged care, ideally in lifestyle roles
Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills
Understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards




Sound computer literacy and use of various software systems
Passion for improving the wellbeing and quality of life of older people
Strong written and verbale communication, and critical thinking skills
Meticulous attention to detail and a passion for continuous improvement
Immunisation, NDIS worker screening clearance (or willingness to obtain)
Computer literacy in MS Office.
Registration with the Diversional Therapy Association.
Personal interests/skills in music, art, craft etc.
What We Offer
A rewarding leadership role in a supportive aged care environment
Opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives
Professional development and growth opportunities opportunities
A collaborative and values-driven workplace
Our Values
Compassion: We show care, empathy and kindness in our approach
Accountability & Responsibility: We are accountable and responsibleto provide excellence in care
Respect: We work together with Respect and Dignity
Empowerment: We empower consumers to make choices and maintain independence
At
Meracare Aged Care
, we value and respect the diversity that makes each individual unique. As a consumer-focused, values-based organisation, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and culturally respectful environment for our staff, volunteers, consumers and the wider community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, genders, sexual orientations and life experiences, and we are dedicated to providing care that respects the identity, dignity and individuality of older people.
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📌 Lifestyle Team Lead (Residential Aged Care) (Melbourne)
🏢 Meracare
📍 Melbourne