At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging activities for residents, focusing on their physical, social, and cognitive wellbeing.
- Company: Alzheimer’s Queensland, a leader in dementia care with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: $39.13 per hour, salary packaging, ongoing training, and a friendly team environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours, opportunity to drive for outings, and a chance to grow in your career.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Diversional Therapy or related field; experience in aged care is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 39.13 - 39.13 $ per hour.
- Leisure and Lifestyle Officer
- Alzheimer’s Queensland | Garden City Aged Care Services | Permanent Part time
- About Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ)
Make a real difference—every shift.
Support people living with dementia and older Australians to feel valued, engaged, and connected in a warm and welcoming environment.
About the Role
This hands-on role focuses on creating meaningful and engaging lifestyle experiences for residents in an aged care setting.
You will plan and deliver activities that support physical, social, and cognitive wellbeing, build genuine relationships with residents, and encourage participation using a “do with, not for” approach.
Working closely with care and clinical teams, you will help ensure activities align with individual needs while fostering dignity, inclusion, and a strong sense of community.
We are looking for a Part Time Leisure and Lifestyle Officer with dementia experience to carry out our lifestyle and recreation program. This is part time position working
30 hours per fortnight with the days and shift times to be negotiated.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver meaningful lifestyle activities that support residents’ physical, social, and cognitive wellbeing.
- Build genuine relationships with residents, focusing on dignity, choice, and individual interests.
- Encourage participation using a “do with, not for” approach, including for residents living with dementia.
- Work collaboratively with care, clinical, and lifestyle teams to align activities with care plans.
- Involve families and the local community in events and programs that create connection and purpose.
- Maintain accurate documentation, uphold compliance standards, and contribute to continuous improvement.
- What You’ll Bring
- Certificate IV in Diversional Therapy, Leisure and Health, or a related field.
- Experience in residential aged care or similar environments is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster meaningful relationships with residents and families.
- Flexibility to accommodate activities outside of regular hours.
- A willingness and ability to drive the minibus for day trips and outings.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to our philosophy of care, a strong understanding of the needs of older adults, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
What’s in It for You?
- $39.13 per hour (above award) + super + penalties
- Permanent part time position working
- 30 hours per fortnight
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 (tax-free)
- Supportive, friendly team environment
- Ongoing training and development
- Work with a respected leader in dementia care
About Us
We have over 500 specialist staff who work alongside our community and residential clients.
Our philosophy of care creates a good work culture that not only benefits our staff, but benefits our clients and residents.
We focus on supporting and enabling our clients that results in quality time being spent with them and not just focusing on tasks.
About Us
We have over 500 specialist staff who work alongside our community and residential clients.
Our philosophy of care creates a good work culture that not only benefits our staff, but benefits our clients and residents.
We focus on supporting and enabling our clients that results in quality time being spent with them and not just focusing on tasks.
About Us
We have over 500 specialist staff who work alongside our community and residential clients.
Our philosophy of care creates a good work culture that not only benefits our staff, but benefits our clients and residents.
We focus on supporting and enabling our clients that results in quality time being spent with them and not just focusing on tasks.
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Part-Time Dementia-Friendly Leisure Leader in Brisbane employer: Alzheimers QLD - Parent Entity - true
Alzheimer's Queensland is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and innovative work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and residents. As a Cook/Kitchen Hand at our Garden City Aged Care facility in Upper Mount Gravatt, you'll enjoy competitive pay, flexible shifts, and opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those living with dementia. Join us in creating quality meals that enhance the daily experiences of our residents in a collaborative and caring environment.
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