Brief Description

Create Meaningful Moments Every Day

At Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT), we believe aged care is about more than providing support — it’s about creating meaningful experiences, fostering connection and helping older people live life to the fullest.

As a proud not-for-profit aged care provider, we reinvest in our residents, our services and our people. When you join us, you’ll be part of a supportive team where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged and the work you do makes a genuine difference every day.

About The Role

We are looking for a passionate and creative Lifestyle Officer to join our team at Caves Beach on a part-time basis (Thursday and Friday).

This is an opportunity to bring your creativity, compassion and energy to a role where you can make a real difference to the daily lives of our residents. You’ll plan and deliver engaging lifestyle, leisure and recreational programs that reflect each resident’s interests, preferences, abilities and individual goals.

Working closely with residents, families and the broader interdisciplinary team, you’ll create opportunities that promote choice, independence, social connection, wellbeing and purposeful living.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Generous salary packaging – up to $15,900 tax-free, plus a meal and entertainment benefit of up to $2,650Heart HQ – our Southern Cross Care People Platform, providing access to exclusive retail discounts, benefits and resourcesFitness Passport – discounted access to participating gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT for you and your familyDiscounted private health insuranceWellbeing initiatives including our Reward & Recognition Program and Employee Assistance ProgramOngoing training and professional development to support your career growthLinkedIn Learning – access to a digital library of more than 6,000 courses for eligible SCC Senior Leaders and Support Office teamsGenuine career progression pathways including our Buddy Program,



New Grad Elevate Program and Study SupportEmployee Referral Bonus Program

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Lifestyle Officer, You Will

Develop and deliver person-centred lifestyle programs that promote residents’ independence, choice, wellbeing and quality of lifeComplete resident assessments and maintain accurate and timely documentationDevelop individualised leisure and lifestyle programs that respond to residents’ social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, physical and cognitive needs, interests and abilitiesFacilitate a variety of one-to-one activities, group programs, recreational activities and special eventsSupport residents to maintain existing friendships, develop new connections and participate in community activitiesPlan and facilitate outings and bus trips, ensuring appropriate preparation, documentation and safety requirements are metRegularly monitor and evaluate programs to ensure they remain relevant, engaging and responsive to residents’ needsSeek feedback from residents and incorporate their ideas and preferences into program planning and continuous improvementWork collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality engagement and purposeful living opportunitiesSupport the Lifestyle and Leisure team to meet relevant quality, compliance and accreditation requirementsHelp foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where residents feel heard, valued and connected

Requirements

You are a people-focused, enthusiastic and creative individual who genuinely enjoys working with older people. You understand that meaningful engagement can have a significant impact on a person’s wellbeing and quality of life.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Bring





Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (or equivalent qualification)Experience in lifestyle, leisure, recreation, aged care, community services or a similar roleA genuine passion for supporting older people to live fulfilling and meaningful livesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsThe ability to build trusting and respectful relationships with residents, families and colleaguesStrong organisational, time-management and documentation skillsThe ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative teamCreativity and flexibility in developing activities that cater to a diverse range of interests, abilities and needsA strong commitment to person-centred care, dignity, choice and independenceA commitment to maintaining professional standards and contributing to a safe, inclusive and respectful setting for all residents

Summary

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do! We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.

📌 Lifestyle Officer - Caves Beach | Mawson Court (Newcastle)
🏢 Southern Cross Care
📍 Newcastle