Lifestyle Officer - IRT Greenwell Gardens at IRT Group

Shoalhaven City Council, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diploma or Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, Initiative, Creative Flair, Excellent Communication Skills, Teamwork, Empathy, Knowledge of Dementia

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

About IRT Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same. We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld. IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians. About the Role As a Lifestyle Officer, at Greenwell Gardens. you'll be responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing programs and activities designed to enhance the well-being and quality of life of elderly residents. This role involves creating engaging and meaningful activities that cater to the diverse interests and needs of the residents while ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met. Your warm-hearted care will provide experiences that enhance our residents' wellbeing and overall quality of life and truly make a positive impact on their lives. It really is an incredibly rewarding role and a lot of fun! We are seeking a part-time employee to work a 6-hour shift on Tuesdays, with flexibility to work the remaining hours across various sites in the Shoalhaven region Your work may include: Helping facilitate a range of engaging onsite activities such as bingo, floor bowls, craft and special events Helping to develop and plan a range of social, recreational and cultural activities Assisting residents on bus trips and community outings Supporting resident participation and offering warm companionship Ensuring residents' needs, values and spiritual values and cultural preferences are taken into account To Be Successful You Will Have A Diploma or Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (or willing to obtain) Initiative and creative flair Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to work as part of a team and prioritise work The ability to put a smile on a residents face and brighten their day A big heart - you're empathetic and have a passion for supporting older Australians to live their best life possible Knowledge of the needs of persons living with dementia (desirable) Benefits for You Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging Flexible working conditions Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us! Professional and career development opportunities Multiple career pathways Discounted gym memberships Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program How to Apply If you feel this is the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the “Apply now” button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to discuss your application. Or alternatively, please contact IRT Recruitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.

Responsibilities

As a Lifestyle Officer, you will plan, implement, and oversee programs and activities to enhance the well-being of elderly residents. Your role includes creating engaging activities that cater to the diverse interests and needs of the residents.