Southern Cross Care Limited - Campbell, ACT
Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical
Skills Required
Communication Skills
Passionate
Success
Driven
Person
Team Working
Self Motivation
Care Planning
Event Management
Knowledge of Laws
Quality Management
Recreational Activities
Service Delivery
Nursing Home Care
Time Management
Carrying out Assessments
Quality of Healthcare
Job Description
As a Leisure and Lifestyle Officer you will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised leisure and recreational programs for our residents in conjunction with the Lifestyle Coordinator.
These programs will consist of a range of one-to-one programs, small group and large group activities including events and specialised activities all driven by the needs, wants and desires of the residents.
What you'll be doing
Undertake resident assessments and complete associated documentation.
Design and facilitate the implementation of individualised leisure and lifestyle programs according to clients' social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, physical and cognitive needs and abilities.
This includes the provision of one-to-one activities, group activities and special events.
Assist residents to achieve maximum independence, maintain friendships and participate in the community through planned group and individual leisure-based activities.
Monitor and evaluate the program on a regular basis to ensure that it is meeting the needs of the residents, including suggestions on any improvements.
Facilitate the outing/bus trip program and complete associated documentation.
Actively seek feedback and suggestions from residents and use this to guide quality improvement.
Support the Leisure and Lifestyle Department to meet accreditation requirements.
Work as part of a team to deliver high quality engagement and purposeful living programs and opportunities.
About the Employer




We have a proud history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live life to the fullest.
As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we reinvest in creating outstanding experiences for our clients while supporting and developing our frontline staff.
When you join us, you'll enjoy competitive pay, generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits, and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues who truly care.
About the Candidate
Certificate IV in Leisure and Health or equivalent OR experience in working within Leisure and Lifestyle service provision.
Passion for delivering high quality care that makes a difference for our residents
Experience in leisure and lifestyle service provision
Relevant experience in aged care (desirable)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to undertake leisure-based assessments and care planning with individual residents
Ability to work independently with valuable time management skills
Demonstrated understanding of the relevant Laws, Acts, Regulations, Charters and Codes of Practice
Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650
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Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family.
Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT
Discounted private health insurance
Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program
Annual leave loading
Ongoing Training and Development
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Referral Bonus Program
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📌 Lifestyle Officer - Campbell (Canberra)
🏢 Ageing Australia
📍 Canberra