Lifestyle Team Leader

Do you want to make a difference working to assist the lives of the elderly, building relationships and connections in a rewarding community? 

What’s on Offer: 

We value our Residential Communities teams and the wonderful work they do. Our employees enjoy an enviable range of benefits, including the following: 

Competitive salary plus super. 

Permanent hours for work life balance 

Additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days as well as up to 14 weeks paid parental leave with equal benefits for both parents and access to a number of employee discounts. 

 Your New Role: 

Come and join the team at St Lukes Aged Care where we are leading the industry in driving our award winning ‘Better Together’ model, raising the quality of living in aged care. At St Lukes we are proud of our culture; we are an embracing and supportive team, we welcome resident preferences and choice, we connect to engage our community of residents, families and care staff. 

We are currently looking for an innovative and enthusiastic Lifestyle Team Leader to join the friendly team.

As the Lifestyle Team Leader, you will be: 

Implementing and delivering lifestyle programs and social calendars 

Assessing and individualising lifestyle plans and social needs for our residents 

Leading and developing a small team of Lifestyle Assistants and Volunteers 

Developing a wide range of activities in consultation with residents and family members 

Engaging with community groups to build a network of support and social partners 

Identifying new and meaningful events to keep our residents engaged 

Promoting our Better Together model and values of Bold, Warm and Honest 

About you: 

A warm, enthusiastic and creative individual 

Strong experience in Aged Care 

Demonstrated leadership skills 

Qualifications in Lifestyle and Leisure or Diversion Therapy 

A person-centred focus and commitment to providing a high level of service 

Experience working with people living with Dementia or Alzheimer's highly regarded 

Computer and documentation skills 

Availability to work full time Monday – Friday 

If you are looking for a rewarding role and a great work environment; we want to hear from you! 

What makes us, us 

We are here to make a difference every day, small things, big things and everything in between. We encourage you to join our team in this meaningful journey and make a difference in your local community. 

We’re all about making a bigger difference together 

We’re all about supporting your wellbeing 

We’re all about lifelong learning 

Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people. To view our Reconciliation Action Plan please visit: https://www.australianunity.com.au/about-us/reconciliation-action-plan