Recreational Activities Officer - Gumleigh Gardens Hostel - Perm. Part Time

UPA Aged Care Solutions

Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga and Riverina NSW

Aged and Disability Support (Community Services and Development)

Part time

Provide First Aid Certificate

Aged Care Standards

Recreational Activities Officer

The Organisation

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of 100M, UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.

Our services include: -

Residential Aged Care

Home Care Services

Retirement Villages

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Recreational Activities Officer to join our team at Gumleigh Gardens Hostel in our Riverina Murray Region. We have a permanent part-time opportunity available that includes being available for weekend work. You will make a difference to our residents by facilitating positive health and wellbeing options for individuals, their families, and carers.

As the Recreational Activities Officer, you will drive the energy, engagement, and participation of residents into a range of social, recreational, and cultural activities. You will also lead mental health and wellbeing programs which empower our resident's choices and independence.

In fulfilling the role, it is essential that you have:

The ability to plan, organise, and lead activities for our residents that will meet social and recreational needs while also promoting independence and increasing quality of life.

The ability to assess and document the effectiveness of the programs, by tracking residents' progress and changing the programs as needed

Minimum of a Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle





Senior First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Previous experience within an aged care setting

Highly developed organisation and time management skills

The ability to solve problems independently

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

An understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes

Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, internet/intranet skills, email communication, and confidence with smart phones and digital devices

Knowledge of Work Health and Safety

Benefits and perks

Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to 15,900 living expenses and 2,650 entertainment perks, tax free)

Access to a Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Up to 500 retention bonus for permanent appointments

Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing

Supportive and friendly work environment

Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available

Workplace education and support provided

Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

Pre-employment screening

The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:-

Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunization and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)

Undertake a National Criminal History Check

Pre-Employment Medical Assessment

Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre-employment checks.??

Simply click on the ‘apply now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration.

For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description

Posted: 15-08-2026

Salary: Attractive package will be offered to right candidate

📌 Recreational Activities Officer (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 UPA Aged Care Solutions
📍 Wagga Wagga