Wintringham is a not-for-profit organisation with a single mission: to support people over 50 who have experienced, or are at risk of, homelessness. We deliver this through a range of responses, including affordable housing, support, and aged care, tailored as needs change over time. We operate across Victoria and Tasmania. Learn more at Wintringham.org.au
About the role
Wintringham's housing recreation program is seeking an experienced Recreation Officer to join our team. Bring your passion for recreation sites, creating meaningful activities and opportunities that support residents to enjoy their independence, connect with others and thrive in their community. Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator, responsibilities include:
Identify resident individual interests and plan activities accordingly
Ensure recreational pursuits are facilitated in a fashion that maximises the resident recreational independence
Encourage the support of families and friends
Promote recreational opportunities available within the broader community
Monitor expenditure in line with budgets
Commitment to ongoing training and professional development and where required, attend compulsory training sessions
What are we looking for?
Certificate IV or higher in Recreation, Community Development, Psychology, Disability, or Social Work qualification or equivalent
A current driving licence, First Aid Certificate 2
Experience working with older people
Experience in recreational program planning and implementation
Knowledge of local area & services and the ability to utilise community groups and resources
What we offer
Employment type: Casual position with weekday and weekend availability required.



Shifts are typically around 8 hours on weekdays and 5 hours on weekends
Pay:$***** - $***** p/hr + 25 % Casual loading + superannuation
Location:Majority of work would be at Eunice Seddon, Dandenong; Possibly some work available at Angus Martin House, Frankston
We are committed to offering an enjoyable, safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. We provide access to wellbeing programs, learning and development opportunities and Employee Assistance Programs
Applications close on 24 September ****.
We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences, our Inclusion Statement may be accessed here . We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at ******
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. The successful applicant will be contacted by Wintringham to complete required reference, registration/licence, and background checks prior to employment, including completion of an aged care statutory declaration, a NDIS Worker Screening Check, providing evidence of current seasonal influenza vaccination, at least one COVID-19 vaccination and as required a National and/or International Police Check.
About Wintringham
A passion for social justice
Wintringham is a Victorian-based not-for-profit welfare company specialising in the housingandcare of older people who are homeless or vulnerable to homelessness.
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📌 Recreation Officer (Casual) (Melbourne)
🏢 Wintringham
📍 Melbourne