Activities Worker

at  Uniting AgeWell

ABOUT US:

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4,300 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org

We currently have two permanent Part Time roles on offer - 15 hours per week.
Uniting AgeWell provides a new approach to independence and choice in a range of aged care services through focusing on the strengths, goals and aspirations of each individual.
An exciting opportunity exists for two enthusiastic Activities Workers to join our client care team in Mornington, Tasmania. As an Activities Worker, you will assist clients to participate in social support programs that are reflective of the goals and priorities of
the clients and meet their care needs.
Social support programs are offered through centre based individual and group programs that are respectful and reflective of
the goals and priorities of the clients, as well as through the use of virtual platforms and 1:1 home and community support
The ideal candidate must be suitably qualified or have demonstrated experience in providing assistance with respite services to older people. Effective communication skills are required, particularly when dealing with people with dementia, stroke victims or other disabilities.