Lifestyle Coordinator

Come join one of WA's largest Aged Care organisationsAccess our salary packaging of up to $18,550 per year and pay less tax!Seeking a LSC to support quality of life for all residentsAt Southern Cross Care (WA) we help people live extraordinary lives every day, connected to communities. As a provider delivering care, support and accommodation for West Australians in greatest need, our purpose is clear, and our passion is strong.Southern Cross Care (WA) is a place where you can have an extraordinary impact, make an extraordinary difference, and be appreciated for extraordinary contributions.We hope you will join us and become one of the people who make Southern Cross Care (WA) an extraordinary place to be.About the role and where you will be working:We have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic Lifestyle Coordinator for Jeremiah Donovan House in Forrestfield. If you are passionate about working in partnership with older people, supporting their well-being and maintaining their connection with community this could be the role for you.As the Lifestyle Coordinator you will develop, implement and monitor an activity program that ensures individual resident needs, values, spiritual and cultural preferences are taken into account. You will champion resident choices, goals and independence. You will coordinate a team of Therapy and Lifestyle Assistant staff and volunteers, working collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and other health professionals to ensure provision of optimum level of person-centred service for all 65 residents.This is a permanent full-time position reporting directly to the Facility Manager and an important part of the multidisciplinary team at Jeremiah Donovan House.We’ll also be asking you to:Develop and monitor lifestyle programs and drive the engagement and participation of residents in a range of social, recreational and cultural activitiesActively participate in the delivery of engaging and meaningful lifestyle activitiesComplete accurate assessments and documentation of participationLead and coordinate bus excursions with residents accompanied by the bus driverSupport the orientation and training of new team members and volunteersBuild genuine relationships with residents and their familiesFacilitate community engagement opportunitiesAbout you:To be successful in this role, you will have experience in lifestyle or allied health assistant services within residential aged care or a similar role and a strong commitment to person centred care. Most importantly, you'll have a genuine desire to make a positive difference in our residents' lives.To be considered for this role, you’ll need:Certificate IV in a relevant area (preferred - Allied Health/Lifestyle/Leisure)Demonstrated leadership skills with at least 3 years of experience working in a lifestyle or similar role within residential aged careSignificant experience working with people living with dementiaExcellent verbal and written communication skills, be well organised and able to work effectively as part of a team as well as independentlyProficient computer skills using a range of programs and platforms including MS Office and CanvaExperience in meeting the Aged Care Quality StandardsWorking with us:At Southern Cross Care (WA), we are committed to being an employer of choice. As well as providing a positive and supportive environment, we also offer the following benefits:Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits.Corporate Health Insurance with HBFFree employee assistance programA diverse range of services which allows professional development and growthHow to apply:To express your interest, please apply with an up-to-date resume, and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.Kindly note, if your application progresses to an interview, we’ll be asking for:National Police Clearance (current within 6 months)Immunisation record (Flu & COVID19)About us:Established over 50 years ago, Southern Cross Care (WA) is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation contributing to social, health and economic development in WA. We do this by enabling the delivery of integrated services in our community for the increasingly complex health, care and accommodation needs of our aging population and those living with mental illness.Our dedicated and passionate team of around 900 employees and 130 volunteers deliver care and services to over 3000 West Australians across our residential, retirement village, mental health, community housing and home care portfolio.Our promise to our clients, residents and each other is to enable extraordinary because we;Listen, Act ,

Do not give up, Work as one.Southern Plus and Southern Cross Housing Ltd. are part of the Southern Cross Care (WA) Inc. Group.Southern Cross Care (WA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work.For more information on the services, we provide visit: scrosswa.org.au

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