At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver engaging lifestyle programs for residents, building genuine relationships.
- Company: Join St Vincent's Care, a leading aged care provider with a compassionate culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, consistent rosters, career growth, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and reconciliation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in residents' lives while progressing your career.
- Qualifications: Certificate III or Diploma in Lifestyle and Leisure, plus experience in aged care.
The predicted salary is between 15990 - 15990 $ per year.
Looking to see the impact of your work daily whilst being supported to progress your career? SVHA is Hiring!
Are you a Lifestyle Assistant, Diversional Therapist, or Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator looking for your next move? If you're currently working in aged care and want better rosters, real career progression and a genuinely values-driven employer, we'd love to hear from you.
About the role: St Vincent's Care Services Carina is looking for a Lifestyle Assistant to join our experienced, close-knit team. Just 7km from Brisbane's CBD and surrounded by landscaped gardens, our home offers a warm, community-oriented environment for residents — and an equally supportive one for staff.
In this role, you'll design and deliver engaging lifestyle and leisure programs that bring joy, connection and purpose to residents' daily lives, including those living with dementia. You'll build genuine relationships with residents and their families and be a valued part of a care team that believes relationships matter more than routines.
What's in it for you:
- More take-home pay — salary packaging up to $15,990 p.a., novated leasing, plus an optional Meals & Entertainment card up to $2,650 p.a.
- Better work-life balance — consistent fortnightly rosters for permanent positions, no rotating shifts
- Career growth — development, mentoring and leadership pathways across Australia's largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider
- A great team culture — like-minded colleagues who share a genuine community care spirit
- No cost to you — uniforms and training provided
- COVID vaccination not mandatory — free annual flu vaccination recommended
- Wellbeing support — Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, plus access to Fitness Passport
What you'll bring:
- Certificate III or Diploma in Lifestyle and Leisure, or Diversional Therapy (essential)
- Experience delivering lifestyle/leisure programs in an aged care setting, including for residents living with dementia
- A genuine passion for person-centred care and strong customer service skills
- Excellent communication skills and sharp attention to detail
- The ability to work within care plans and understand resident rights and responsibilities
- A creative flair to think outside the box when it comes to activity planning
Why St Vincent's Care? For more than 175 years, St Vincent's Care has been a leading Catholic provider of aged care services in Australia, guided by compassion, justice, integrity and excellence. We value inclusivity and diversity, and we're committed to creating a workplace that's welcoming, safe, fair and impartial for everyone.
Reconciliation Action Plan: St Vincent's Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's unique perspectives, knowledge and culture. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Additional Information: Candidates may be required to provide or complete the following:
- A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), less than 6 months old (or willingness to obtain one)
- A NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required
Ready to bring more heart into your career? Apply online today — we'd love to meet you.
Applications via agencies will not be accepted.
Pastoral And Spiritual Care Practitioner in Brisbane employer: St Vincent's Health Australia
St Vincent's Health Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead legal strategy in a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to delivering life-changing healthcare. With a strong commitment to values such as Compassion, Justice, Integrity, and Excellence, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Located in vibrant cities like Sydney and Melbourne, the role provides access to significant national projects while making a meaningful impact on communities across Australia.
Contact Details:
St Vincent's Health Australia Recruitment Team
