We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we’re able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this.

When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay with shift allowances, variety of shifts and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Lifestyle Officer to join the team at Residential Care facility in Marsfield.

We are looking to hire a Part Time employee at the facility working Monday and Tuesday.

This position will support the delivery of meaningful leisure and lifestyle programs to our residents and enable them to live their life to the full.

Major focus of the Lifestyle Officer is to:

Work as part of a team to deliver high quality engagement and purposeful living programs and opportunities and meet accreditation requirements.

Undertake resident assessments and complete associated documentation.

Actively facilitate engaging, innovative, and meaningful leisure and lifestyle programs according to clients’ social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, physical and cognitive needs and abilities. This includes the provision of one-to-one activities, group activities, outings/bus trips and special events.

Assist residents to achieve maximum independence, maintain friendships and participate in the community through planned group and individual leisure-based activities.

Evaluate programs on a regular basis to ensure they are meeting the needs of the residents, including suggestions on any improvements.

Requirements:

Diploma or Certificate IV in Leisure & Lifestyle qualifications (or working towards this or willingness to obtain)

Passion for delivering high quality care that makes a difference for our residents.

Eagerness to grow and develop your aged care career.

Relevant experience in aged care (essential if not qualified)

Excellent customer service & resident relation skills.

Strong verbal, written and communication skills and commitment to continuous quality improvement.

Southern Cross Care NSW & ACT benefits:

$15,990K Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits.

Opportunities for career progression.

Flexible working environment.

Ongoing learning and development – plus online learning in topics of your choice.

Friendly inclusive culture with strong leadership and support.

Recognition and appreciation program.

An organisational commitment to continuous improvement - share your ideas and we will listen.

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do! We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Tores Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.