Lifestyle Assistant

About the role

Mercy Place Shepparton is a 96-bed residential aged care facility with a three-member Lifestyle team. It is looking for a Lifestyle Assistant to work permanent part time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with pay commensurate with experience. The role centres on creating, delivering and evaluating resident-focused lifestyle programs that support independence, creativity and dignity.

Key responsibilities

• Create, deliver and evaluate individual and group lifestyle programs that are resident focused and support resident independence, creativity and dignity.
• Promote a resident-focused approach in all activities and behaviours.
• Create and promote an environment that is positive, vibrant, fun, spontaneous and full of meaning for residents.

Required profile

• Resilient, compassionate and committed to resident-centred care.
• Current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check, and proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccinations consistent with public health orders.
• Certificate IV in Lifestyle & Leisure.
• A minimum of 12 months' experience in aged care in a lifestyle or personal care role is desirable.

Required skills

• Excellent communication, time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt.
• A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to resident care.
• Ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team.

To apply, candidates submit a resume, cover letter and all relevant qualifications through the online application.