Lifestyle Officer

3 weeks ago


Greenwell Point, Australia IRT Full time

Lifestyle Officer - Culburra (Part-Time)

**About IRT**

Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.
We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.
We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.

**About the Role**
IRT Aged Care Centres provide 24-hour professional and personal care in a purpose-built community, where residents are cared for with kindness and supported to live connected lives. With dedicated care neighbourhoods and specialist programs, IRT personalises the care experience for every resident.

**The working days for this role are : Saturday ( 4 hour shift), Sunday ( 4 hour shift) and Monday ( 6 hour shift). There is also an additional day needed on a Tuesday ( 6 hour shift) but at another IRT location - St George's Basin.**

**Job Specific Requirements**:

- Ensure all residents/clients are treated with respect and dignity at all times
- Have an understanding of IRT’s philosophies, policies and procedures
- Maintain a pleasant, clean and safe working environment as per policy and report any defects to supervisor immediately
- Maintain a high level of personal hygiene, cleanliness and presentation adhering to the uniform/appearance and behaviour policy
- Attend staff education in-service meetings, seminars and external education programs for professional development
- Participate in Accreditation process including preparation and site visits
- Participate in Infection Control, Health, Wellness and Safety programs, fire safety and general orientation programs
- Work within the guidelines of the Accreditation standard, including Residents’ Rights and Responsibilities
- Observe the confidentiality of matters relating to residents/clients, their records and organisational matters at all times
- Responsibility for the delivery of activity programs for the residents which offer varied experiences, both group and individual, including those residents with dementia or special needs
- Provide a non-threatening atmosphere in which residents/clients can express their beliefs, wishes, desires, fears and doubts
- Maintain an environment conducive to harmonious relationships between residents/clients, their relatives, friends and all employees
- Support individual assessments of resident/client lifestyle history needs
- Where necessary, act as an advocate for residents/clients with IRT and Community agencies
- Assist to maintain residents/clients independence with shopping and therapy needs, as required
- Liaise with bus driver and administration staff with regard to allocation of bus for outings
- Support “special” events at sites/IRT Wellness Centre e.g. Christmas, Mothers/Fathers Day, St Patrick's Day etc.
- Participate in case conferences
- Assist the assessment and evaluation of activities and program as required
- Assist the development of the monthly activity program

**To Be Successful You Will Have**
- Experience working in aged care
- First Aid Certificate is required if working at a standalone site
- Empathy and understanding of the needs of seniors
- Creativity and initiative in program development
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written to satisfy documentation of
- residents/clients needs
- Sound computer literacy skills
- Proven attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to plan and prioritise own work to meet deadlines
- A genuine interest in aged care.

**Benefits for You**
- Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Flexible working conditions
- Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Multiple career pathways
- Discounted gym memberships
- Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program

**How to Apply**


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