Lifestyle Coordinator

10th of March 2023

The Lifestyle Coordinator at The Willochra Home will mentor and lead the lifestyle team to deliver and enhance the quality of life for our Residents, and to support the goals of the Home in line with the Aged Care Accreditation Standards. As the Lifestyle Coordinator, you will be responsible for the assessment and ongoing evaluation of the activities that meet the needs of our Residents, and are consistent with their interests within the facility. 

The Willochra Home is a 42-bed facility, and as the small, close-knit family that we are, we require all team members to be respectful, diligent, empathetic, and have a passion about providing a person-centered approach of care. As the Lifestyle Coordinator, it requires a special type of personality, someone who is willing to go the extra mile and take the time to get to know all of our Residents, to ensure we can accommodate for their leisure preferences within our monthly calendar of activities. 

Attributes

Responsible; Reliable; Caring; Flexible with hours; Empathetic; Understanding; Patient and Supportive; Honest; Willing to learn; Team Member

Qualifications / Other Requirements

  • Completed, currently enrolled in, or are willing to study Certificate 4 in Lifestyle and Leisure (Diversional Therapy)
  • Police Check
  • Aged Care Sector Employment Check
  • Working With Children Check
  • Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
  • Current Influenza Vaccination
  • Triple COVID19 Vaccinated

Essential Requirements

  • Previous experience is preferrable.
  • Pre-employment medical assessment (if required).
  • Demonstrated experience within the Aged Care Sector.
  • An understanding of aged-related conditions.
  • Computer literate and experience using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Publisher, Edge.
  • Leading the Lifestyle Team.
  • The ability to build strong connections with Residents and their family members and friends.
  • Creativity and experience in coordinating and providing recreational and social. programs within an aged care facility.
  • A current Drivers’ Licence.
  • A LR or HR Licence (to drive the bus). Only if possible, but not essential.
  • An understanding of the new Aged Care Quality and Safety Standards.

The Role

  • Coordinating the provision of recreational and social programs that enhance the well-being of our Residents.
  • Liaising and integrating with the care team and volunteers to provide a holistic care approach, aligned to the individual care of our Residents. 
  • Supporting pastoral and spiritual care services (provided by the Home) to individuals based on their care plan.
  • Orientating new Lifestyle Assistants into the team.
  • Facilitate Resident involvement and engagement in the planning of programs.
  • Undertake comprehensive lifestyle reviews of each Resident.
  • Assisting each Resident individually in accordance with the lifestyle plan document, and ensuring information is recorded accurately. 
  • Motivate and encourage Resident involvement in the monthly activities program.
  • Continuously assess the recreational needs of Resident and set activities, and document progress.
  • Actively monitor and record changes in Resident’s leisure and lifestyle care plan.
  • Strong ability to utilise community support programs and encourage Residents to be part of the local community.
  • Ensuring the Lifestyle Program meets the Accreditation Standards.
  • Collation of surveys, and audits for the Lifestyle Program.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the cognitive, social, and spiritual needs of our Residents and their families. 
  • Assisting with meaningful and enriching activities that provide choice to each Resident. 
  • Opportunity to network with other Aged Care facilities within the area.

Benefits

  • Being part of a trusted team within a supportive community.
  • Proudly being part of a business that vales respect, responsibility, community engagement, and Christian values.
  • Engaging in meaningful work with a strong commitment to Resident experience.
  • On-site orientation, training and education, and support.
  • Above Award wage rates.
  • Access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (CBB) for all team members.
  • Opportunity to further your education and knowledge.
  • Uniforms are supplied.
  • Set fortnightly roster (occasional out of hours may be required).
  • Supportive HR and Management Team.
  • Access to the confidential Employee Assist Program (EAP).

This is a PART TIME role.

As well as the above, to be eligible for this role, all applicants must be vaccinated with the seasonal influenza vaccination and are triple COVID19 vaccinated (requirement from the Government for all Aged Care Staff).

Please email your cover letter and resume to admin@willochraagedcare.org.au

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