Rural Northwest Health is seeking a compassionate and energetic Leisure and Lifestyle professional to join our dedicated team at the Warracknabeal and Hopetoun campuses. In this part-time role, you will create and deliver meaningful recreational activities that enhance the emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. If you have a heart for aged care and want to make a real difference in your local community, we offer a supportive environment where your work truly matters.
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Company Overview
Rural Northwest Health is a vital community health service committed to achieving the best possible health outcomes for the Wimmera Mallee region. Our Warracknabeal campus provides a comprehensive range of services, including acute care, aged care, and community health programs. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, family-friendly culture where team members are supported to grow and contribute to the wellbeing of our residents and the wider community. We value passion, dedication, and a genuine commitment to person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
As a valued member of our Leisure and Lifestyle team, you will be key to promoting residents’ quality of life. Your core duties will include:
- Planning, developing, and facilitating a diverse range of fun, engaging, and meaningful recreational activities and programs for residents.
- Focusing on promoting each resident’s emotional, spiritual, and psychological wellbeing, and fostering their sense of dignity, purpose, and connection to the community.
- Working with older persons, including those living with dementia or cognitive impairment, to ensure activities are inclusive and tailored to individual needs and interests.
- Collaborating effectively within the interdisciplinary care team and contributing ideas for continuous improvement of the lifestyle program.
- Maintaining excellent communication with residents, families, and colleagues, and completing necessary activity documentation.
Qualifications
We are looking for a caring individual with the right qualifications and approach. You will need:
- A minimum of a Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, or a similar qualification, or be actively working towards one.
- A genuine passion for working with older people and a demonstrated ability to deliver activities that enhance their lives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
- A current Victorian Driver’s Licence and a Level 2 First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
- A proactive learning attitude and the ability to obtain a Police Check, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and provide an Immunisation History.
- A bus licence and experience in dementia care are preferred but not essential.
Benefits and Perks
Rural Northwest Health is committed to supporting our team’s wellbeing and work-life balance. In this role, you will enjoy:
- A competitive hourly rate 23$ as per the relevant Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA).
- An excellent work-life balance with family-friendly hours in a part-time capacity.
- Five weeks of annual leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff).
- A supportive, collaborative team culture within a community-focused organisation.
- Generous salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities to further your career in aged care.
How to Apply
If you are ready to bring your energy and compassion to a rewarding role that makes a difference, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Jade at jade@latituderecruitment.com.au. For a confidential discussion or to request a position description, please contact Jade via the same email. We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to exceptional care.
