Therapy & Leisure Partner

• Create meaningful moments that support resident wellbeing

• Lead with compassion through engaging, therapeutic activities

• Bring energy and connection to every resident interaction

• Permanent Part-time opportunity, BaptistCare Gracewood, Salter Point

As a Therapy & Leisure Partner, you’ll help residents live with meaning, dignity and joy by delivering personalised leisure, lifestyle and therapeutic activities. Working under the Lifestyle Coordinator and alongside our Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist and wider care team, you’ll support residents to stay active, connected and confident through programs tailored to their abilities and interests.

This is a permanent part-time role based at Gracewood, Salter Point, with a fortnightly rotating roster:

• Monday – 9:00am to 4:30pm

• Tuesday – 9:00am to 4:30pm

• Friday – 9:00am to 4:00pm

• Saturday – 9:00am to 4:00pm

• Monday – 9:00am to 4:30pm

• Tuesday – 9:00am to 4:30pm

• Thursday – 9:30am to 4:30pm

You’ll create opportunities for residents to enjoy meaningful engagement — from everyday activities to therapist‑guided programs that support functional ability and emotional wellbeing.

At Gracewood, you’ll join a warm, supportive and values‑driven team that puts residents at the centre of every decision. We work collaboratively, think creatively and focus on solutions that make life easier and more meaningful for the people we support. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary group that celebrates teamwork, compassion and dignity in every interaction.

At BaptistCare, we value our employees and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. You’ll enjoy:

• Hourly rate from $36.23–$39.13, dependent on qualifications (Certificate III or Certificate IV Allied Health)

• Tax-free salary packaging up to $18,550*

• Discounted gym memberships

• Novated car leasing

• Flexible work arrangements and additional leave options

• Health and wellbeing initiatives including free counselling, spiritual support and nutrition advice

• Study assistance up to $3,000 per year

• Access to learning and development programs, including LinkedIn Learning

You’re compassionate, creative and confident engaging with older people, including those living with dementia. You bring warmth, patience and a genuine desire to make each day meaningful.

To be successful, you will have:

• Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent/progressing toward)

• Experience supporting people living with dementia

• Current First Aid Certificate

• Valid driver’s license

• Working knowledge of WHS practices

• Strong communication skills and a person‑centred approach

BaptistCare is a leading purpose‑led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again. That’s what we work towards every day — enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.

Successful candidates will be subject to background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening and a pre‑employment medical.

BaptistCare – Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.

Recruitment Agencies: This position is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. Please do not contact employees directly. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.