Lifestyle Assistant
Bolton Clarke
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Job Description
Lifestyle Assistant at Bolton Clarke
Bolton Clarke is Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.
What We Can Offer
- A work culture that truly values you and invests in your career.
- Salary packaging options and tax benefits.
- A range of employee discounts and benefits.
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities.
- Mental Health Programs (EAP).
About Riddell Gardens
Riddell Gardens, located in the leafy suburbs north-west of Melbourne, is in close proximity to natural reserves and parks. Nestled in and around a natural setting abundant with flora and fauna, Riddell Gardens in Sunbury has an atmosphere of traditional country charm.
About The Opportunity
As a Lifestyle Assistant, you'll be responsible for providing support and assistance to residents in meeting their individual lifestyle goals, needs and choices to enhance their overall quality of life.
- Assist with the design, delivery and monitoring of group and individual lifestyle services activities and complementary therapies for residents
- Coordinate individual and group activities and therapies
- Ensure recreational activities, therapies and documentation comply with Aged Care Standards and relevant Acts, legal and ethical standards
About You
To be successful, you'll need:
- Cert IV in Leisure and Health (essential)
- Previous experience in Aged Care (preferred but not essential)
- Availability and reliability to commit to required shifts
Bring your passion for quality care and in return, we will provide you with an opportunity to build an outstanding career by expanding and developing your skills.
The successful applicants must complete a National Police Check and possibly complete a NDIS Worker Screen.
Our residential aged care communities are supported by specialised teams who care deeply about our residents’ individual needs. Together with residents, healthcare partners and families, our teams deliver best practice care with the highest standards of safety, clinical practice and governance.
Key skills/competency
- Lifestyle planning
- Activity coordination
- Aged care standards
- Client support
- Recreational therapy
- Documentation
- Empathy
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Ethical practice
How to Get Hired at Bolton Clarke
- Research Bolton Clarke's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Cert IV in Leisure and Health, any aged care experience, and passion for elderly care.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Emphasize your empathy, communication skills, and experience in activity coordination and resident engagement.
- Understand aged care standards: Demonstrate knowledge of compliance, legal, and ethical practices relevant to aged care.
- Showcase your passion: Express genuine interest in enhancing resident wellbeing and supporting positive ageing during your interview.
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