Lifestyle Assistant

Community Engagement Assistant
- Located at Broughton Hall, Camberwell, Victoria home to 65 residents
- Salary packaging benefits (more take-home pay)
- Part Time permanent - 48 hours per fortnight.
- Hours Weeks 1 & 2 : Monday to Thursday - 10.30 - 15.45 and Friday 10.30 - 16.00.
- What YOU do matters
- Do YOU have a flair for Aged Care? If so, join the Broughton Hall team as our Community Engagement Assistant, and support the implementation of our creative and engaging lifestyle program to support our residents to live their best life and achieve their personal goals.
- Your ‘typical day’ will have you:

- Assisting with the provision of recreational and social programs that enhance the wellbeing of our residents
- Supporting the Community Engagement Coordinator in the orientation of new team members
- Assisting each resident individually in accordance with the lifestyle plan document and ensure information is recorded accurately
- Ensuring all programs meet both residents’ needs and accreditation standards
- Demonstrating an understanding of the cognitive, social and spiritual needs of our residents and their families
- Engaging our residents and encourage them to be part of their local community
- Assisting with meaningful and enriching activities that provide choice to each person.
- To thrive in this role you will be:

- Formally qualified (or in the process of completing a Certificate IV) in Community Development, Recreation or Disability Studies (i.e. Certificate IV in Lifestyle and Leisure)
- Experienced in providing recreational and social programs in aged care facilities or a similar setting (highly regarded)
- Proficient to work autonomously and within a team environment
- Empathetic and can to build strong connections with residents and their loved ones
- Honest, helpful and dependable - a great asset for the team
- As a valued employee, your experience matters. Look forward to:

- Being part of a trusted team within a supportive community
- Proudly being part of a business that values Respect, Responsibility, Community, and Spirit
- Engaging in meaningful work with a strong commitment to customer experience
- A competitive salary (with salary packaging and meal & entertainment benefits)
- A comprehensive on-site orientation, training, and support
- A dedicated L&D team and learning culture putting you in the driver’s seat of your ongoing professional and personal development
- About Benetas
- Benetas is a leading not for profit organisation dedicated to actively working with older Victorians, their friends and carers, through a range of residential aged care, primary care and in-home services. We care about our people’s health and wellbeing, and are committed to our reputation as a truly great place to work and volunteer. We are a recognised leader in gender equality, having been awarded an Employer of Choice citation since 2006. We are proud to provide an inclusive workplace - with a diverse workforce that is reflective of the client base.
- Keen to join us?