Join Northern Gardens Aged Care as a Wellbeing Assistant, delivering engaging lifestyle and recreational programs that enhance residents' quality of life. This PPT is perfect for a compassionate, experienced aged care professional ready to make a real difference.

Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG) is a family owned and operated healthcare organisation that embraces best practices, continuous improvement, and social responsibility. We are proud to create a collaborative and supportive environment where employees are treated like family, and residents receive high quality, person centred care.

Northern Gardens Aged Care is one of MACG's homes, offering residents first class accommodation alongside a range of allied health and lifestyle services within a warm, community focused environment.

About the Role: Excellent chance for a Wellbeing Assistant to join our team at Northern Gardens Aged Care on a

permanent part time basis, 12 hours per fortnight .

We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate and reliable individuals who are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for older Australian's.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating meaningful social connections, supporting resident wellbeing, and delivering engaging lifestyle and recreational programs within a supportive aged care environment.

The successful candidate will contribute to the planning and delivery of both formal and informal activity programs designed to improve and maintain residents' quality of life while promoting independence, dignity and choice.

Northern Gardens Aged Care has a vibrant and well established Wellbeing team. We are looking for someone who brings prior aged care experience and can confidently hit the ground running from day one. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team and make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.

Why Join Us?

Competitive pay plus shift allowances





Leave loading of 17.5%, making your leave worth more

EAP program

Refer a friend benefit program

Staff recognition programs

Opportunities to pick up additional shifts

Ongoing training and development

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging lifestyle and wellbeing programs

Support residents' emotional, social and recreational wellbeing

Encourage participation in activities and community engagement

Assist with planning and implementing individual and group activities

Monitor and document resident participation and responses

Work collaboratively within the Lifestyle and Care teams

Maintain confidentiality and professional standards

Assist with morning and afternoon tea services where required

Promote a safe and positive environment for residents, visitors and staff

Qualifications and Experience:

Certificate III or IV in Leisure & Happiness

(Required)

Previous experience working in an aged care facility at least 1 Year

(Required)

Strong communication and analytical skills

Knowledge of relevant aged care legislation and accreditation standards

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Positive, self motivated and adaptable attitude

Understanding of documentation and funding requirements in aged care

Additional qualifications in dementia, music, art or related areas will be highly regarded

Requirements:

Current Employment Police Check (Required)

Australian working rights (Required)

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and respecting individual and cultural differences

Ability to participate in compulsory education and training sessions

Our Values: At MACG, our values guide everything we do:

Compassion | Integrity | Dignity | Diversity | Accountability | Family | Respect

If you are passionate about using your skills to improve environments, support communities and create meaningful experiences for older Australians, we would love to hear from you.

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📌 Wellbeing Assistant - Northern Gardens (Port Phillip City)
🏢 Medical And Aged Care Group
📍 Port Phillip City