Recreation Officer

1 week ago

South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Wintringham Full time

Recreation Officer – Community

South/South East Melbourne Regions (VIC)

Casual Basis

  • Work with a rapidly growing not for profit organisation committed to social justice
  • Competitive pay rate: $ per hour (dependent on qualifications)
  • ​Access to NFP Salary Packaging, EAP + discounts to leading retailers
  • Casual Basis – Ad Hoc based on demand and workload
  • Generous kilometre reimbursement for work related travel
  • Wintringham will pay for & supply your training courses (First Aid, CPR etc.)
  • Servicing South and/or South East Regions(VIC)

About us

Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania.

Your new role

We are looking for passionate candidates who are seeking casual employment in the community in the South and South East regions of Victoria. In this role you will assist the Recreation Co-ordinator to continually develop and facilitate individual recreational pursuits designed to meet the leisure needs of each client in the assigned community regions. You can opt to service Southern regions, South Eastern Regions or both depending on your location and availability.

Your responsibilities and duties will also include:

  • Establish and facilitate a leisure/lifestyle plan in collaboration with Individual clients.
  • Develop and facilitate recreational programs and social events.
  • Develop networks with community groups and local supports to assist in client engagement with the wider community.
  • Facilitate events that promote access to venues, events, and recreational opportunities.
  • Work collaboratively and be involved in regular meetings with key stakeholders and the multi-disciplinary team.

What is in it for you?

We are committed to offering an enjoyable, safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. When you are working with Wintringham, you will have access to the following benefits:

  • Access to exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging: salary package your personal expenses up to the amount of $15,900.
  • Continuous development: we believe in giving our staff the skills they need and will keep you up to date with yearly qualifications such as behaviour management, first aid, CPR and manual handling. We offer growth opportunities and have a strong internal recruitment program.
  • Free access to wellbeing services + discounts to retailers: When you are employed at Wintringham, you will have access to our Employee Assistance Program, Staff wellbeing portal as well as discounts to some of Australia's leading retailers.

We are looking for candidates with the following:

  • A relevant qualification in Leisure and Lifestyle.
  • Experience working with people who are at risk or experienced homelessness.
  • Current drivers' licence (mandatory)
  • Working reliable vehicle (mandatory)
  • An understanding of complex clients with challenging behaviours.
  • Well-developed communications skills and the ability to engage people from varying backgrounds.
  • First Aid Certificate.

This sounds great How do I apply?

For more information about this role, a copy of the Position Description can be accessed here

Please address your responses to the key selection criteria (located in the position description) in your cover letter.

Applications to be directed to Jan Dean (Senior Recreation Coordinator) and submitted via our website.

Please upload your documents in PDF Format

Applications close on Friday 7th June 2024 at 5pm.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.

Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence.

Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

The safety of all older people is paramount, and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse.

Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia's First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Diversity and inclusion make our community and Wintringham stronger and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.

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