Lifestyle Assistant | Aged Care

Churches of Christ, Palms Aged Care Service, Ingham

Permanent, Part-time Opportunity

The Salary range is $30.98 to $31.34 per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus, many more;

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in people’s lives? At Churches of Christ, we’re on the lookout for a Lifestyle Assistant to join our Seniors Living team. If you thrive on creating joy, fostering connection, and enriching the lives of seniors, this role is your calling!

What You’ll Do

Your role as a Lifestyle Assistant will be dynamic and impactful, you’ll be at the heart of delivering engaging leisure and recreational activities that enhance and support the wellbeing of our residents, in line with the Positive Wellbeing Model of Care. Your days will be filled with creativity and care as you:

• Create moments of joy by designing and delivering inclusive activities.
• Provide a high standard of customer service to all stakeholders and participate in continuous improvement processes to service delivery.
• Facilitate both group and one-on-one activities to nurture meaningful relationships.
• Tailoring experiences to meet individual resident needs, interests, and preferences.
• Connect with purpose, promote independence and assist by supporting personal care and participation.
• Inspire improvement through regular feedback and tailored activity planning.

What You’ll Bring

You’re enthusiastic, empathetic, and have a creative spark that brings energy to every interaction. While experience in aged care is a bonus, we value your heart for making a difference. You also have:

• Great communication skills and the ability to interact with residents in a caring and compassionate manner.
• Strong organizational skills to manage programs and maintain accurate records.
• A passion for working with seniors and enriching their lives.
• Relevant work experience in aged care setting or a similar environment providing leisure and health program services.
• A current First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• National Police Check and relevant vaccinations (or willingness to obtain).

About Us

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Ready to Make an Impact - Apply now!

Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. “Click the Apply Button”. For further inquiries, contact Fiona Giliberto on 07 4776 9600.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as received.