Recreational Activities Officer in Wodonga

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. Our services include Residential Aged Care and Home Care Services.

We are looking for a Recreational Activities Officer to join our team at Murray Vale in our Riverina Murray Region. We have a casual opportunity available that includes being available for weekend work. You will make a difference to our residents by facilitating positive health and wellbeing options for individuals, their families, and carers.

As the Recreational Activities Officer, you will drive the energy, engagement, and participation of residents into a range of social, recreational, and cultural activities. You will also lead mental health and wellbeing programs which empower our residents' choices and independence.

In fulfilling the role, it is essential that you have:

• The ability to plan, organise, and lead activities for our residents that will meet social and recreational needs while also promoting independence and increasing quality of life.
• The ability to assess and document the effectiveness of the programs, by tracking residents' progress and changing the programs as needed.
• Minimum of a Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle.
• Previous experience within an aged care setting.
• Highly developed organisation and time management skills.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, internet/intranet skills, email communication, and confidence with smart phones and digital devices.
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety.

Benefits and perks include competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees, access to a Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments, supportive and friendly work environment, work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available, workplace education and support provided, and the opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need.

The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:

• Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza).
• Undertake a National Criminal History Check.
• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team.