Refresh Retreat Program Facilitator
Love bringing people together?
Passionate about dementia care?
Ready to deliver a program that creates truly meaningful experiences for older Australians and their carers?
This is more than just a coordination role.
It's an opportunity to lead memorable retreat experiences, build connections, support wellbeing, and make a genuine difference in the lives of people living with dementia and those who care for them.
Key Advantages
Competitive salary with generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
Lead a unique and innovative dementia respite program that changes lives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company wellness initiatives and Fitness Passport
Reward and recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
Ongoing professional development, learning and growth opportunities
Supportive and values-driven team culture
About The Role
As our Refresh Retreat Program Facilitator, you'll play an important role in delivering BaptistCare's dementia respite retreats, helping people living with dementia and their carers get the most from their experience.
You'll work alongside participants, carers and BaptistCare staff to support the smooth running of the program and contribute to positive retreat experiences.
In this dynamic role, you will:
Assess participant suitability and support informed participation decisions
Coordinate retreat logistics and manage key stakeholder relationships
Lead and inspire retreat teams to deliver outstanding experience
Facilitate engaging education and wellbeing sessions
Support participants and carers through safe, person-centred experiences
Manage risks and respond confidently to changing situations




Contribute to quality improvement and help shape the future of BaptistCare's specialist dementia respite services
If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and seeing the direct impact of your work, this role offers all three.
We are seeking somebody to work 4 days a week; Monday to Thursday with facilitation of retreats when planned Tuesday to Thursday.
Retreat locations will vary across the following areas; greater Sydney region, Sydney basin, Central Coast, Wollongong & Kiama.
Your Team
BaptistCare's Home Care team is a passionate community of people dedicated to helping older Australians live safely, independently and well.
Together, we deliver person-centred services that promote wellbeing, choice and connection.
We believe everyone deserves to feel valued, respected and supported, and we're committed to creating positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
About You
You're a confident facilitator, natural relationship builder and compassionate professional who thrives in people-focused environments.
You'll bring:
Relevant tertiary qualification in a clinical or allied health field, social work, community services, dementia care or a related discipline (or equivalent demonstrated experience)
Experience supporting people living with dementia, older people and their carers within community, aged care or respite settings




Experience delivering and coordinating community-based respite or wellbeing programs
Demonstrated ability to assess participant needs, manage complex situations and exercise sound professional judgement
Strong leadership, coaching and facilitation skills
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Knowledge of dementia care and person-centred practice
Ability to identify, assess and manage participant and operational risks
Full drivers license and access to own vehicle
Additional Requirements
Capacity and willingness to stay overnight during 3-day, 2-night Refresh Retreat programs
Availability to work evenings and weekends as required by program delivery
Highly Regarded
Training or qualifications in dementia practice, behavioural support or group facilitation
Experience working within government-funded community programs
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years.
We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know life's challenges can make the world feel smaller.
With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That's what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care.
Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all
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📌 Refresh Retreat Program Facilitator (Sydney)
🏢 BaptistCare NSW & ACT
📍 Sydney