Lifestyle Coordinator - Eltham page is loaded Lifestyle Coordinator - Eltham Apply locations VIC - Melbourne, Northern Suburbs time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR135057 Job Description: We are looking for a special kind of person - a St Vincent's kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.
As the Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator you will support a small and experienced, engaged and dedicated team and play a pivotal part in the planning and implementing of wellbeing activities for the residents of St Vincent's Care, Eltham.
Duties include:
Planning and coordinating events, bus outings and group activities Coordinating the provision of recreational and social programs that enhance the well-being of our residentsAssisting each resident individually in accordance with their lifestyle care plan document and ensuring information is recorded accuratelyDemonstrating an understanding of the cognitive, social and spiritual needs of our residents and their familiesAssisting with meaningful and enriching activities that provide choice to each resident St Vincent's Care Services Eltham is just 20 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's city centre and is well known for its vast amount of green space. We provide a welcoming and inclusive community where our residents enjoy the comfort of a relaxed lifestyle.
What's on your CV is important, but what's in your heart matters more.
Things that work for us: Previous experience in an Aged Care setting (desirable, not essential)Certificate III or Diploma in Lifestyle and Leisure or diversional therapy (desirable, not essential)Previous experience working with and supporting a collaborative team approachUnderstanding of dementia (desirable, not essential)High level of customer service skillsSound Computer skillsStrong attention to detail and excellent communication skillsVaccinated (and up-to-date vaccinations) against Influenza and Covid-19National Police Certificate Things that work for you: Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annumOpportunity to work for the nation's largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive visionFriendly team environment with a great community care spiritAbility to visibly see your impact on the business and its serviceNo cost uniforms and trainingFree annual flu vaccinationEmployee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesAccess to the Fitness Passport (FP) Why become part of the St Vincent's Care family?
Because you're like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place. Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients. And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.
For more than 175 years, St Vincent's Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aitkenhead continues to inspire our work today.
Our spiritual and hospital-based heritage has taught us that wellness is about more than medical needs. It's about building a true partnership around trust and respect. That's why we take a person-centred approach - delivering holistic, individual care that achieves wellbeing for mind, body and spirit.
At St Vincent's we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.
Reconciliation Action Plan
St Vincent's Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's unique perspectives, knowledge, and cultural. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment.
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at ******
Interested? Apply today! Or if you have further queries, contact our Talent Team at ******
No agencies please Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:Contact Details:Kristopher TompkinsAlternate Contact:Closing Date:28 February 2024 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https ://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at ****** View Reconciliation Action Plan
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About UsAs part of St Vincent's Health Australia, St Vincent's Care Services (SVCS) is a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia. SVCS offers quality residential, community and independent living services through 23 facilities located within Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. St Vincent's has been providing health care in Australia for more than 155 years. The legacy entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder, Mary Aikenhead continues to inspire the service provided to our residents in a caring, friendly atmosphere, underpinned by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
We are proud of our working environment that promotes teamwork and fosters professional development. We treat each other with respect and fairness, we have a genuine concern for everyone in our team, and we are an equal opportunity employer.
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