Lifestyle and Community Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Kuringgai Council, Australia Bupaoptical Full time

About the Home

Our charming and contemporary care home is located in the picturesque suburb of St Ives on the Upper North Shore of Sydney. Situated on Mona Vale road, the home serves as a central hub to connect with the Northern Beaches, Wahroonga, and Sydney CBD. It features 98 beds across various care units with a primary focus on the health, lifestyle, and well-being of our residents.

Benefits of Being part of Bupa

  • Embrace a supportive, collaborative, and compassionate team environment
  • Ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development
  • Possibility of internal transfers among our care homes
  • Exclusive discounts on Bupa products such as Healthcare, Optical, Dental, and other retail partners
  • Engage in the 'People First' wellness initiative - SMILE

About the Role

As the Lifestyle & Community Coordinator, your primary responsibility will be supervising the implementation of Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Programs within our facilities.

You will lead a team of recreational activity officers dedicated to fostering emotional and physical well-being through tailored recreational activities that promote holistic health. This includes ensuring residents receive top-notch care, maintaining their skills, independence, and mobility, and offering respite support to their family or carers.

Aside from managing the Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Program and the recreational activity team, you will also be actively involved as a Recreational Activity Officer within the care home.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional team leadership to all Recreational Activities Officers
  • Deliver high-quality care to residents, supporting their skills, independence, and mobility, and offering respite support to their family or carers
  • Collaborate effectively with team members to plan and organize recreational activity programs
  • Personalize recreational care to align with each resident's individual needs, values, and preferences
  • Conduct thorough assessments to identify capabilities, needs, and challenges
  • Adhere to infection control and workplace safety standards

Skills and Requirements

  • Preferably hold a Cert IV in Leisure and Lifestyle; degree qualifications are highly valued
  • Demonstrated prior experience in a similar capacity
  • Essential possession of a Senior First Aid Certificate
  • Previous involvement in elderly care within aged or community care settings
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to independently solve problems
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Familiarity with Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards, and Outcomes

Company Culture

At Bupa Aged Care, we all share a common goal - helping individuals lead longer, healthier, and happier lives while contributing to a better world. We take pride in delivering top-tier care with a personal touch. Bupa nurtures a unique agile culture that adapts to your needs as a valued team member. Our dedication extends beyond our residents to encompass your well-being and professional advancement. We strive to equip you with the necessary resources for a rewarding career.

Application Process

Simply click on the Apply button to access our online application procedure. Kindly note that pre-employment screenings will be part of the application process.

Bupa Villages and Aged Care operates as an NDIS-approved provider. Therefore, employees working within an NDIS facility in a risk-assessed role must undergo a completed NDIS check prior to commencement for compliance purposes.

Discover More about Bupa

Bupa is deeply committed to establishing and upholding a secure and inclusive work environment where team members feel a sense of belonging irrespective of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or life stage. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace free of discrimination, bullying, and harassment. Should you require any accommodations during our recruitment process, please inform us when submitting your application.



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