Lifestyle Assistant

at  The Salvation Army

Number of Positions Available:
1
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ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

• Join one of the most loved charities in Australia
• Part Time Position
• Well-established industry leading aged care provider with 21 sites nationally
• Above Award Wages with generous Not For Profit tax benefits
• Supportive and Inclusive team environment

Accommodating only 42 residents, Carpenter Court Aged Care Centre offers a caring and supportive lifestyle in a lively setting. Located at a prime spot directly opposite the Merewether Beach, the centre enjoys open sea breeze, majestic views and we are only 10 minutes away from Newcastle CBD.
Carpenter Court is seeking an experienced and passionate Lifestyle Assistant with a background in aged care who is committed to best care outcomes for our residents.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a bright, happy, kind and enthusiastic person to join our team in the role of Lifestyle Assistant at our Carpenter Court Aged Care Centre, our residential aged care centre is located at a prime spot directly opposite the Merewether Beach, the centre enjoys open sea breeze, majestic views and we are only 10 minutes away from Newcastle CBD.
This role is responsible for supporting the delivery of recreational programs for our residents to promote their psychological, social, and physical wellbeing.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• An understanding, empathy, appreciation and the ability to promote the Christian values and ethos of The Salvation Army.
• Demonstrated experience working with the aged and an understanding of aged related conditions
• Experience of and a desire to work with people living with dementia
• Proven ability to monitor and review recreational needs of aged residents to develop suitable, innovative activities and programs
• Certificate III in Aged Care and/or Cert IV in Lifestyle and Leisure
• Empathetic approach, enthusiasm and patience - ability to use initiative to create positive experiences for residents
• Able to communicate well with residents, families and other employees, including to sensitively explore resident needs or encourage resident participation
• Committed team player with the ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Computer literate and experienced using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel etc.)
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