Lifestyle Assistants, The Orchards
Opportunity for someone with aged care experience to join our enthusiastic team at The Orchards Community
Summary about this job
Aged & Disability Support
Company: Baptcare
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Part Time
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Phone: +61-2-6535-4364
Fax: +61-3-8981-5319
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Detail information about job Lifestyle Assistants, The Orchards. Terms and conditions vacancy
Lifestyle Assistant
The Orchards Community - Doncaster East
- Opportunity to make a significant contribution
- Competitive salary and benefits
- A supportive team environment
About the company:
Baptcare is a leading not for profit organisation that proactively responds to human need through advocacy, a diverse range of programs and community engagement. With over 1,900 employees across Victoria and Tasmania and over 600 volunteers, Baptcare partners for fullness of life with our customers and communities, serving children, carers, families, people with a disability, disadvantaged people, asylum seekers and older people.
About the role:
We are looking for an experienced Lifestyle Assistant to join the Lifestyle team at Baptcare The Orchards Community, our new 150 bed aged care site located in Doncaster East. This position will support the Lifestyle Coordinator, working alongside other Lifestyle staff and participating in the development of the Lifestyle program as part of the facility's overall operation.
Candidates must be available to work Monday, Tuesday, Saturday (and possibly Sunday)
Duties:
* Participate in the development of the Lifestyle program
* Deliver the Lifestyle program as planned
* Develop resident lifestyle care plans for regular review and assessment
* Document the resident outcomes clearly and as per Baptcare procedures
* Recognize changes in a resident's health status and report appropriately
Skills and experience:
* Cert IV in Leisure and Lifestyle or a qualification in a health field such as an approved Diversional Therapist or Activity Worker course
* Previous experience working in a similar role in the aged care sector as well as experience as a Personal Care Assistant would be an advantage
* The ability to be creative and innovative, and able to review and manage services in response to the changing needs of residents
* Provide a highly professional client centred service
Benefits:
* Not for profit salary packaging available
* ANZ@work exclusive staff benefits
* Discounted health insurance
How to apply:
No Agencies please.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
Baptcare subscribes to a mobile and flexible work environment.
Baptcare is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments.