Supporting Seniors with Dementia: A Rewarding Career Opportunity

**Supporting Seniors with Dementia: A Rewarding Career Opportunity**

At Eldercare, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and support to our residents living with dementia. As a Lifestyle & Dementia Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the wellbeing of our residents, promoting independence, dignity, and optimal quality of life.

This rewarding role involves providing individualized one-on-one support and engagement to residents living with dementia, including assistance with emotional support and engaging them in meaningful activities that align with their background and interests.

**Key Responsibilities:**

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• Providing high-quality care and support to residents living with dementia\
• Assisting residents with emotional support and engaging them in leisure pursuits\
• Creatingsafe and supportive environment for residents, promoting independence, dignity, and optimal wellbeing\
• Fostering calm and reassuring environment, responding empathetically to residents' emotional needs\
• Collaborating with the site-based leadership team and Clinical Nurse Consultant - Dementia to deliver best practice care and support\
• Developing and implementing lifestyle programs that promote resident engagement and participation\
• Conducting regular reviews and evaluations of lifestyle programs to ensure they meet resident needs and preferences\
• Maintaining accurate records and reports on resident progress and program outcomes\
• Participating in ongoing professional development and training to enhance skills and knowledge in supporting seniors with dementia\
• Contributing to a positive and respectful work culture that values diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being\
• Adhering to Eldercare's policies and procedures, including those related to confidentiality, privacy, and workplace safety\
• Other duties as assigned by the Site Manager or Clinical Nurse Consultant - Dementia\
• Engage residents with meaningful activities that are aligned with their background and interests\
• Provide individualised care and support to residents living with dementia\
• Assist residents to participate in leisure and lifestyle programs while being sensitive to resident needs consistent with our Values and in line with our Mind, Body, Spirit ethos.\
• Under the guidance of the Wellbeing Consultant, the Lifestyle Support implements and assists in evaluating lifestyle programs.

**Required Skills and Qualifications:**

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• Certificate 3 in Individual Support or equivalent qualification\
• Minimum 6 months experience in aged care setting, preferably with dementia specific experience\
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills\
• Ability to think critically and make sound judgments\
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment\
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information\
• Willingness to learn and participate in ongoing professional development\
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment\
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office software\
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)\
• Police clearance valid for working in aged care (unsupervised contact with vulnerable people)\
• Immunization against seasonal influenza and COVID-19 (as per current guidelines)\
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

**Benefits:**

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• Competitive salary package\
• Opportunity to contribute to the care and quality of life for our residents\
• Values-driven organization with a strong commitment to social responsibility\
• Great team environment with variety in the role\
• Ongoing professional development opportunities\
• Modern facility with onsite parking\
• Staff benefits such as salary sacrificing\
• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts on a casual basis

**If you are passionate about enhancing the wellbeing of seniors living with dementia, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding career opportunity.**