At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage residents in meaningful activities to promote their well-being and support their daily lives.
- Company: Join BaptistCare, a respected care organisation with a vibrant and supportive team.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, tax-free salary packaging, and wellness initiatives.
- Other info: Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills in a caring environment.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent, plus strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 41778 - 51062 $ per year.
Casual position available - flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.
Located in Midland - bus stop within easy walking distance.
Join a supportive, vibrant team that truly values your passion, creativity, and contribution.
About the Role: We are seeking a Therapy and Leisure Partner to join our team at our 73-bed residential facility in Midland. In this role, you will promote the physical and emotional well-being of residents by partnering with them to engage in meaningful daily activities. You will work closely with the allied health team to support residents in maintaining their functional abilities, encouraging them to use and develop skills in ways that are personally meaningful. You will follow residents' care plans and provide person-centred support during therapeutic activities. Additionally, you’ll help ensure all practices comply with Work Health and Safety policies, and you will encourage and support family involvement in daily life.
Weekdays: 10am to 5pm
Why Join Us? At BaptistCare, we value our employees and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. We offer competitive salaries, tax-free salary packaging, discounted gym memberships, and novated car leasing. Benefit from health and wellbeing initiatives including free counselling, spiritual support, and nutrition advice. Advance your career with study assistance up to $3000 per year and access to learning programs like LinkedIn Learning!
About You:
- Commitment to providing a customer-centric approach.
- Completion of Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent accredited training, or progression towards completion.
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong understanding of person-centred principles and ability to engage people in meaningful activity.
- Understanding of the needs of people with dementia in relation to leisure and therapeutic activity.
- Ability to manage a busy workload and respond to changing priorities.
- Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly within a team environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing development of relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Previous experience working with people with dementia.
- Valid driver’s licence (car).
- Working knowledge of Work Health & Safety (WH&S) legislation and practices.
About Us: BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT, and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice. Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening check and a pre-employment medical.
BaptistCare - Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.
Recruitment Agencies: Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Therapy & Leisure Partner employer: BaptistCare
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