We are looking for a passionate and experienced Lifestyle Assistant to join our team. We are a not for profit organisation and provide a home for people requiring all levels of care. The organisation is highly regarded in the community.
As a Lifestyle Assistant you will use your skills for:
Developing, implementing and evaluation of leisure and social opportunities in conjunction with Lifestyle Coordinator, residents, families and other members of the healthcare team
Supporting our residents’ personal, social and emotional well-being, through the planning and delivery of creative and engaging activities including residents with dementia and individuals with challenging behaviours
Maintaining the quality of life of residents that takes into account their physical, psychological, cultural and spiritual needs
Nurturing individual interests, maintaining motivation and stimulation of residents through relevant activities and personal support, maintaining close relationships with families
A willingness to energetically involve yourself in activities and entertainment
Working collaboratively with clinical staff in providing guidance to Personal Care Assistants to ensure residents are encouraged to actively participate in activities of interest to them
Appropriate assessments including their life story or history that will form an integrated care plan
Coordinating outings that allow the residents to stay in communication and have meaningful relationships within their chosen community in a safe and healthy way
To be considered for this role you will have:
Certificate IV in Community Services (Leisure and Health) or prepared to undertake study to obtain qualification.
Ability to assess each resident’s social and emotional needs and design appropriate, individual lifestyle programs to meet their needs
An understanding of the ageing process and caring for older people
Self-motivation with well-developed organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines, delegate and attend to multiple tasks
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment
NDIS Check
Current Victorian Driver Licence
We are dedicated to the enhancement of our staff and work based on a unique company structure, policies and procedures. If you meet the above criteria and would like to make a difference to the life of the residents at the facility,
Please note that due to the volume of applicants expected for this role, only successful short-listed applicants will be contacted.