Lifestyle Worker - Community

Play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our clients, including those living with dementia. Under the guidance of the Team Leader and as part of a care team, you will provide individualised support and engaging leisure/recreational activities that cater to the social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, physical, and intellectual needs of our clients......

Join our compassionate and dedicated team at Anglicare at Home! As a Lifestyle Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our clients, including those living with dementia. Under the guidance of the Team Leader and as part of a care team, you will provide individualised support and engaging leisure/recreational activities that cater to the social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, physical, and intellectual needs of our clients.

Permanent part time role, 2 days per week based in Social and Wellness Centre Mount Ousley.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Empower Clients: Ensure all clients are respected and treated with empathy and dignity by providing services that offer choices to live their daily life in a way that is special and unique to them (person-centred) and consistent with their wellbeing and the wellbeing of others.
• Enrich Lives: Design, implement, and evaluate leisure, lifestyle, learning, and spiritual activities and events to enrich the lives of individuals. Assist and encourage clients to participate in activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
• Foster Independence: Adopt and encourage a Christian Care approach and Rhythm of Life principles in every client encounter and all activities using appropriate guidance, demonstration, and communication that encourages independence and confidence in those participating.
• Supportive Environment: Provide personal care, social and emotional support, plan and prepare meals, transport clients, offer respite for carers, and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Holistic Care: Contribute to client assessments and integrated care plans, ensuring each client's needs are met comprehensively.
• Community Engagement: Facilitate clients' access to a wider community through ongoing social interaction and meaningful relationships.
• Professional Growth: Attend mandatory training, participate in team meetings, and engage with Anglicare’s communication and client management systems.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement, regulation, and compliance activities.
• Spiritual Support: Encourage and support opportunities for spiritual support and pastoral care.
• Respectful Workplace: Foster an understanding and respectful work environment, valuing all cultural backgrounds.
• Safety First: Maintain a safe, clean, and tidy workplace, complying with safe work practices and participating in safety activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Cert III in Aged Care or willingness to work towards this (desirable).
• Cert IV in Leisure & Health or willingness to work towards this (desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in Aged Care (minimum 3 years).
• C Class Motor Vehicle Licence (essential), LR Class Licence (where required).
• Registered and Comprehensively Insured motor vehicle.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Environment: Work in a flexible, supportive setting that allows you to do your best work.
• Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exclusive Benefits: Access discounts at over 400 retail, accommodation, and entertainment venues.
• Wellbeing Focus: Benefit from regular supervision, mentoring, and a comprehensive induction program.
• Fitness Perks: Get discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport.
• Tax Advantages: Take advantage of salary packaging options as a not-for-profit organization.
• Positive Culture: Thrive in a fun, supportive, and engaged team environment.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.

If you require further information about this opportunity, please email our Talent Acquisition Partner at jobs@anglicare.org.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.

Anglicare - Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched, and communities strengthened

Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse

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

Applications close on: 23/04/2025