About the HomeBupa Ballina is a beautiful care home set in the scenic seaside town of Ballina on the North Coast of NSW. Located near the airport and beaches, this care home provides an awesome tropical landscape. It consists of 123 beds, with a variety of care units. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.Term: Permanent Full TimeBenefits of BupaSupportive, collaborative, and caring team cultureContinual learning and development opportunitiesInternal transfers across our care homesDiscounts on Bupa products – Healthcare, Optical, Dental & other retail partnersA 'People First' wellness program – SMILEAbout the RoleAs the Lifestyle & Community Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Programs in our homes. You will manage a team of recreational activity officers responsible for promoting emotional and physical rehabilitation through person-first recreational activities that promote holistic wellbeing, including providing residents with quality care, and actively supporting them to maintain their skill level, independence and mobility and providing respite support to their family/carers.In addition to overseeing the Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Program and the team of recreational activity officers, you will be required to perform the role of the Recreational Activity Officer, alongside the Activity Officers within the care home.DutiesManage all Recreational Activities Officers with excellent team leadershipProvide residents with quality care and actively support them to maintain their skill levels, independence and mobility and provide respite support to their family/carersWork collaboratively with other team members to effectively plan and organise all recreational activity programsEnsure individual resident's needs, values, spiritual and cultural preferences are taken into account when providing recreational careComplete documented assessments which determine and clearly state capabilities, needs and problemsComply with infection control and work health and safety standardsSkills and ExperienceCert IV in Leisure and Lifestyle is desirable, degree level qualifications highly regardedPrevious experience gained in a similar roleSenior First Aid Certificate is essentialPrevious experience in caring for the elderly within an aged or community care settingHighly developed organisation and time management skillsThe ability to solve problems independentlyExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAn understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and OutcomesCultureWe all share the same purpose at Bupa Aged Care. Helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We take pride in delivering high-quality care with a personal touch. Bupa champions a unique agile culture, one that adapts to your needs as a member of our team. Our focus is not limited to our residents but also your wellbeing and career growth. We aim to support you with tools you need to achieve a fulfilling career.How to ApplyClick Apply to be taken to our online application process. As part of your application you will be asked to complete pre-employment checks.Bupa Villages and Aged Care is a NDIS approved provider. As part of the NDIS scheme, employees working within a NDIS facility, in a risk assessed role, must have a completed NDIS check. This is part of compliance and needs to be completed prior to commencement.To learn more about working at Bupa please visit our website: #J-18808-Ljbffr