Job Description

Rasko Holdings Pty Ltd - Goondee Aged Care Home – Strathfield NSW

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Goondee Aged Care Home is a small family-owned residential aged care facility located in the Inner West of Sydney. We are committed to providing high-quality care in a friendly, respectful, and safe environment for our residents.

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We are currently seeking a Recreational Activity Officer (RAO) to join our team.

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This role focuses on supporting residents' wellbeing by delivering engaging lifestyle and recreational activities that promote social connection, independence, and quality of life.

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This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering personalised care and meaningful engagement for residents.

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Key Responsibilities

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Plan, organise, and facilitate individual and group recreational activities that support residents' physical, emotional, social, and cognitive wellbeing.

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Encourage residents to participate in activities that reflect their interests, preferences, culture, and abilities.

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Assist in implementing the facility's lifestyle and engagement program.

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Support residents to maintain community connections through outings, events, and special programs where appropriate.

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Assist residents in selecting meal choices and ensure menu selections are accurately documented.

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Use facility devices or systems to record activity participation, resident engagement, and menu selections.

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Maintain accurate documentation and records relating to lifestyle activities and resident participation.

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Work collaboratively with nursing, care, kitchen, and allied health staff to support residents' wellbeing.

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Assist with preparing activity materials and setting up activity areas.

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Support residents with mobility or participation needs during activities when required.

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Ensure activities are conducted in a safe workplace, following infection prevention and control and WHS practices.

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Promote a welcoming and inclusive environment for residents, families, and visitors.

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Commitment to providing safe, respectful, and high-quality services for residents, including maintaining privacy, confidentiality, and dignity at all times.

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At least 1 year experience working in aged care or a similar role supporting recreational or lifestyle activities.

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Good interpersonal and communication skills.

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Ability to engage with older people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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Basic technology and computer skills, including the ability to use tablets or electronic systems for documentation.

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Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.

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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

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Good organisational and time management skills.

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Awareness of infection prevention and control practices.

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Awareness of Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements.

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Positive, caring, and motivated attitude towards working with older people.

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Current Police Check suitable for employment in aged care.

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Must not be listed on the Aged Care Sector Banning Order Register.

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Certificate IV in Leisure and Health or a relevant qualification.

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Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent (AIN qualification).

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Previous experience working in residential aged care.

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Experience facilitating group activities or community engagement programs.

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📌 Recreational Activity Officer (RAO) (Strathfield)
🏢 Rasko Holdings- Goondee Aged Care Home
📍 Strathfield