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About the Role
ACECA Group Pty Ltd is looking for a Chinese-speaking Administrative Officer / Activities Coordinator to join our team.
This role is primarily focused on coordinating and supporting social, recreational and community activities for our home aged care clients, as well as assisting with daily administrative and operational tasks.
Approximately 90% of our clients are Chinese-speaking, so the ability to communicate in Chinese is essential for this position.
You will also communicate with local social workers, community organisations and service providers, so basic conversational English skills are required.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and organise social, recreational and community activities for elderly clients
- Assist with event preparation, including participant lists, schedules, materials and venue arrangements
- Communicate with elderly clients and their families in Chinese
- Liaise with local social workers, community organisations and service providers
- Assist with basic English emails and telephone communication
- Organise and maintain administrative documents and activity records
- Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks and team coordination
- Support the team with general office and operational duties
- Assist with local travel and activity-related arrangements when required
Skills & Requirements
- Fluent Chinese communication skills are essential
- Basic conversational English, with the ability to handle simple English emails and telephone conversations
- Valid Australian driver's licence and ability to drive independently
- Responsible, reliable and detail-oriented
- Patient, friendly and approachable
- Genuine interest in working with and supporting elderly people
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Previous experience in aged care, community services, administration or event coordination is an advantage, but not essential
Why Join Us?
- Work in a friendly and multicultural team
- Meaningful work supporting the elderly community
- Opportunity to work closely with Chinese-speaking clients and community organisations
- Gain valuable experience in aged care administration and community services