At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver engaging leisure programs for aged care residents.
- Company: SummitCare, a supportive and professional aged care provider.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to enhancing wellbeing in the community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of aged care residents every day.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Leisure and Health or related field preferred.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
SummitCare today is proud to operate 9 homes across Sydney and Newcastle. Our purpose is to enable wellbeing all day every day for people requiring aged care. Partnering with our vision of striving for excellence in all that we do, SummitCare is professional, respectful and supportive in caring for our aged community as if they were our own family.
About the role
SummitCare are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated Leisure & Lifestyle Officer to work on a fulltime basis. This position will be located at our residential aged care facility in Liverpool.
As the Leisure & Lifestyle Officer at SummitCare, you will be responsible for planning and delivering meaningful leisure and lifestyle programs which enable the wellbeing of residents. You will work within a team to ensure that these programs promote optimal health, healthy ageing, and resident choice. You will have a strong customer service focus and tailor programs to meet individual resident needs.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Completed or near completion of a Certificate IV in Leisure and Health or Diploma in Health Science, Diversional Therapy, Occupational Therapy or related discipline
- Hold a Current National Police Check
- Experience in a similar role preferably in the aged / health sector will be highly advantageous
- Ability to be creative and innovative & passionate about bringing meaning to resident’s day to day living
- Ability to contribute to the assessment of each resident social, spiritual and emotional needs and design appropriate, individual leisure and lifestyle programs to meet their needs
- Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
- Self-motivation with well-developed organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
The Fine Print
For candidates: You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for our roles, and that candidates may be subject to a range of probity and wellbeing checks in the recruitment process.
Wellbeing & Engagement Lead in Liverpool employer: SummitCare
SummitCare is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and respectful work environment for our Registered Nurses in Canley Vale. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer competitive salaries, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a culture that values teamwork and excellence in aged care. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents while enjoying the benefits of working in a compassionate and family-oriented setting.
