Central Gippsland Health Service – Sale VIC Join CGH as a Leisure & Lifestyle Support Officer! Part-time (64 hrs/fortnight), fixed term until May 2025. Enhance aged care residents' well-being through tailored activities. Based in the scenic Wellington Shire, enjoy a vibrant role with great benefits! About Central Gippsland Health Central Gippsland Health (CGH) is a sub-regional health service and the major provider of health and aged care services in the Wellington Shire. CGH is located in the City of Sale which is 215 km east of Melbourne. The City of Sale is an ideal access point for the magnificent Gippsland Lakes, 90 Mile Beach and the Victorian Alps.
CGH provides acute care as part of an integrated service delivery model across Wellington Shire and beyond. The service provides beds across three campuses (Sale, Maffra and Heyfield). Acute services include a full-time emergency department, critical care unit, neonatal critical care unit, three operating theatres, day procedure unit, oncology and dialysis services in addition to general medical and services and sub-acute services including rehabilitation.
CGH is also a leading teaching hospital, affiliated with Monash University's School of Rural Health and provides placements and clinical experience for students.
About Department Central Gippsland Health (CGH) is committed to providing comprehensive aged care services across Maffra, Heyfield, and Sale. Our offerings include residential aged care facilities designed to support residents with a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. In addition to residential care, CGH provides Home Care Packages to help older adults remain in their homes with the assistance they need. We also offer Short-Term Restorative Care and a Transitional Care Program to assist older adults in regaining their independence after illness or hospital stays. For those seeking more autonomy, our Independent Living options provide a community-focused setting with access to support as needed. Together, these services create a seamless continuum of care, ensuring older adults in the region receive the appropriate support at every stage.
About the Role The purpose of a Lifestyle Support Officer is to support the Lifestyle teams to develop a Program that aligns with consumer preferences, allowing individuals to maximise their abilities while respecting the unique physical, social, and cultural backgrounds they bring to the aged and community care setting.
This position involves coordinating a variety of recreational and social programs designed to enhance the well-being of our residents, engaging them in meaningful and enriching activities that provide choice and foster connection. By promoting community involvement, the Lifestyle Support Officer empowers residents to stay actively connected to their local community and to experience a fulfilling and vibrant life within aged care.
Duties Establish and maintain clear communication and task delegation with the Lifestyle Team. Regular team meetings and review of efficacy of each activity should be established if not already in place. Regular feedback to team members on their performance should also be part of individual mentoring of each Leisure and Lifestyle team member.Support the Lifestyle team to establish a positive, supportive and encouraging line of communication with each Resident & their next of kin, in order to produce a Lifestyle Assessment and Care plan that is reflective of the Consumers' interests & abilities.Qualifications, Skills and Experience Qualifications in Leisure and Health, community and aged care, allied health or similar role.Demonstrated track record of achievement in a similar role.Demonstrated report writing skills.Demonstrated skills in the use and application of the Microsoft suite of products (in particular Word and Excel).Benefits Salary packagingEmployee Assistance ProgramSocial ClubApplication Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.To obtain a copy of the position description, please reach out to the HR team at 03 5143 8*** or ****** For questions regarding the position, contact Director Aged Care, Caron Mallet - ************ All appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a current satisfactory National Police Certificate and obtaining a Working with Children Check.
At CGH we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive. We value inclusion and diversity and encourage applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
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