Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant – Part‑time Aged Care

About the role

Join the Residential Aged Care team at Yarrawonga Health as a Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant. In this part‑time role you will help create meaningful experiences that support the social, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellbeing of residents. You will work closely with residents, families, volunteers and the multidisciplinary care team to deliver engaging activities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and facilitate engaging lifestyle and recreational activities for residents.
• Support residents to participate in social, cultural, religious and community‑based events.
• Assist residents with transfers, feeding and toileting as required during activities.
• Monitor, evaluate and document resident participation and outcomes.
• Collaborate with volunteers, families and the multidisciplinary team to enhance programmes.
• Promote innovation and creativity in lifestyle programmes.

Required profile

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, patient and caring approach to supporting older people.
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience facilitating meaningful activities within an aged‑care environment.
• Understanding of resident‑centred care, dignity, privacy and choice.

Required skills

• Certificate III or IV in Community Services (Lifestyle & Leisure) or equivalent.
• Relevant Certificate as a Health Care Worker (Aged Care).
• Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate.
• Knowledge of Manual Handling, Occupational Health & Safety and Infection Control principles.
• Current driver’s licence or willingness to obtain (desirable).

What we offer

• Supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.
• Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Work within a progressive regional health service committed to excellence in care.