Lifestyle Officer | Queanbeyan

Recreational Activities Officer | Fixed term Part Time | Queanbeyan
Be a consistent partner in a resident's life, and make every day special as you plan and organise fun activities to support our elderly customers every day.
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation's most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
About the Role
As the Recreational Activities Officer, you will drive the engagement and participation of residents in a range of social, recreational, and cultural activities, as well as mental health and wellbeing programs that empower our residents' choices and independence. In running recreational activity programs, you will ensure individual residents' needs, values, spiritual and cultural preferences are taken into account.
This position is a fixed term part time working 60 hours per fortnight.
Skills and Experience

You have completed Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (or are willing to complete)
Experience working with people with Dementia (highly desirable)
You hold a current NSW/ACT Drivers License and will be able to take clients on outings
Senior First Aid Certificate is essential
You have previous experience in caring for the elderly within an aged or community care setting
You have highly developed organisation and time management skills
You have an understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes

Culture
People enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help. With us, you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career you'll love, and join a team who make a difference. Our 4000 staff are our most important resource, and we take you and your career seriously. We want to provide you with a working environment and culture that supports you in your career journey and growth.
Benefits

Salary packaging + meal and entertainment card
Medibank Health insurance - corporate discount
Fitness Passport
Access to in-house and online training programs
Supportive, positive team environment
Access to family-friendly benefits like our EAP and Flourish programs

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