Recreation Officer

Imagine a role where your creativity and compassion help make every day brighter.

As a Recreation Officer, you'll create meaningful experiences that bring connection, enjoyment and purpose to the lives of older people. Working alongside a supportive team, you'll help residents stay engaged, active and connected through a variety of lifestyle and wellbeing activities.

• Deliver engaging activities that support social, emotional and physical wellbeing.
• Adapt programs to suit individual interests, abilities and goals.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers and community groups.
• Create a welcoming environment where everyone feels included and valued.
• Contribute ideas that enhance resident experiences and strengthen community connection.

Let's Talk About You

You're someone who loves working with people and making a genuine difference. You bring warmth, creativity and energy to your work and understand the importance of helping people feel connected, respected and valued. Guided by compassion, integrity, dignity, innovation and courage, you take pride in creating meaningful moments that improve quality of life.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• Experience delivering recreational, lifestyle or wellbeing activities.
• The ability to adapt activities for diverse needs, including people living with cognitive impairment.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• A current driver's licence and commitment to person-centred care.

You'll stand out if you have a qualification in diversional therapy, lifestyle services or a related field, and/or experience working in aged care.

Above all, you're passionate about helping people live fulfilling and connected lives.

Why You'll Love Working Here

This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to have fun while making a genuine difference.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Make a real difference through meaningful daily interactions.
• Enjoy variety, creativity and no two days being the same.
• Join a welcoming team that values support, learning and collaboration.
• Be encouraged to share ideas and help shape new experiences.
• Build strong community connections through local activities and events.
• Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy salary packaging, flexible work options, wellbeing support and other employee benefits.
• Experience the rewards of working in a close-knit regional community.