Bolton Clarke is Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively. The Location Located on the beachside in Townsville and with stunning views to Magnetic Island, Bolton Clarke’s Rowes Bay provides high-quality aged care in a friendly, secure and comfortable coastal community. The Role We are looking for part-time Lifestyle Assistant to empower and engage with our Residents to maximise their participation in Leisure and Lifestyle programs Our focus for residents is what best suits their individual needs and wants, our activities officers facilitate this through: Participation in the development, implementation and assessment of therapeutic plans Supporting residents to engage in their leisure and lifestyle choices and activities Supporting staff and volunteers in provision of leisure and lifestyle programs Requirements of the role Experience in an Aged Care or supporting Residents with lifestyle and leisure programs Ability to provide high quality Leisure and Lifestyle programs towards improved customer wellbeing. Well-developed verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to operate independently as well as participate in a multidisciplinary team. Understanding of relevant legislative, regulatory requirements, professional standards and guidelines relevant to the aged and community care environment. To be successful Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual support Experience in care role highly regarded Valid working rights in Australia (Passport, Birth Certificate etc) Complete a police check NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement) Flu vaccinations (or willingness to obtain) Evidence of Covid-19 vaccination Our benefits A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support We provide a work culture that values you and invests in your career Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits – claim up to $15,900 tax free plus additional $2650 in entertainment per year Private health insurance discounts An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family Career progression and development opportunities Range of discounts (300) Apply now Our application process takes less than 10 minutes. Click APPLY now Are you ready to make every day the best it can be? APPLY NOW!
