Recreation And Activities Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a Recreation and Activities Coordinator to join the Aged Care & Disability Team.

Position Details
  • Full-time, 35 hours per week
  • Rostered day off every fortnight — an extra 22 days off per year
  • Weekly pay cycle
  • Salary range: $1, $1,938.23 per week
About the Role

This position is responsible for enhancing the well-being of participants in aged care and disability services by designing and delivering person-centred recreational and social activities. This role ensures activities align with individual care plans, promote social inclusion, and are accessible in both facility and home settings. The coordinator leads a team of activities officers, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, fostering participant engagement, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to enrich the activity offerings.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

Please click HERE to view the full Position Description.

About You

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience, and/or qualifications:

  • Minimum two years' experience in coordinating or delivering recreational and social activities for individuals in aged care and/or disability services
  • Certificate IV in recreation therapy, community services, aged care, or related field
  • Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and NDIS principles
  • Proven experience in managing, mentoring, and supporting staff in the coordination of activities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to design and implement creative and engaging activities that meet the diverse needs of participants
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Current Class C Driver Licence
Benefits
  • Rostered day off every fortnight — an extra 22 days off per year
  • Weekly pay cycle
  • 12% employer contribution to superannuation
  • 4 weeks annual leave with flexible options for full, half, or double pay
  • Long Service leave after 5 years of employment with a NSW Council
  • Subsidised corporate wardrobe
  • Ongoing learning and development
  • 15 days sick leave
  • Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
  • Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community

Applications close at 9:00 am on Monday, 8 September 2025.

Enquiries

Director Aged Care & Disabilities, Donna Dobson, or the People & Culture Team at

How to Apply

Before applying, please read the Position Description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability. You will need to answer questions related to the criteria on the online application and attach your current resume, including two recent employment-related referees. Applications without a resume will not be accepted. All applications must be submitted online. Please include evidence of your qualifications in your resume.

All correspondence will be via the email provided in your application.

About Gilgandra

Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, located at the junction of three main highways and close to Dubbo. It boasts a strong, supportive community with excellent schools, medical services, retail, and recreational activities that are rare in communities of similar size.

Gilgandra offers an excellent lifestyle that may be more affordable than in the city.

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