• Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers
• Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment
• Casual positions available at Sandhill, Launceston

About the role

The Leisure and Lifestyle Officer’s role is to ensure the design, development and implementation of special programs to meet the needs of people with cognitive impairment.  The Leisure and Lifestyle Officer will conduct programs in a manner that recognizes the autonomy and independence of each Resident.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop programs that are tailored to the needs of residents with a view to improving quality of life.
• Be aware of residents cultural and spiritual needs.
• Develop programs that are tailored to the physical and cognitive ability of residents
• Regularly display programs that inform Residents, relatives and staff of proposed activities.
• Conduct programs in a manner that recognizes the autonomy and independence of each resident.
• Encourage positive interaction, improved self-esteem and a sense of achievement in residents by assisting them to participate fully in their chosen activities.

What you bring 

• A Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle
• A current First Aid Certificate
• Previous experience coordinating lifestyle programs and lifestyle team in a residential Aged Care setting
• Experience in conducting dementia specific programs is an advantage
• A high level of verbal and written communication skills
• A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation

For further information please contact Shivani Tripathi - Recruitment Consultant on shivani.tripathi@calvarycare.org.au

About Calvary

We are a leading provider of quality, integrated care that puts our patients, residents and clients at the centre of everything we do. Calvary offers flexible careers in clinical, allied health, hospitality, ICT and health administration, mission, leadership, management and more. Founded in Australia in 1885, we’re one of the largest providers of health, aged and community care with over 18,000 staff and volunteers, 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care Centres.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.

Why work for Calvary?

Joining us is your opportunity to learn with purpose and drive positive impact to our community in a stimulating work environment. We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality.  Further details are available here: https://www.calvarycare.org.au/careers/benefits/

If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now!

Please note the following:

• Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.
• As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.
• Calvary has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all workers. You will also be required to provide evidence of other immunisation as required for your role.
• Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.