Lifestyle Worker

About Us:
Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need
- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us

About the Role:
Anglicare is seeking a Lifestyle Worker to join our team at Anglicare Social and Wellness Centre located in Penrith.

You will provide individualised support and leisure/recreational activities that enhance the wellbeing of clients (including those living with dementia) based on their documented social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, physical and intellectual needs.

Specific Accountabilities:

- Ensure all clients are respected and treated with empathy and dignity by offering services that support their unique daily living choices in a person-centred manner.
- Design, implement, and evaluate leisure, lifestyle, learning, and spiritual activities that enrich individual lives. Encourage client participation.
- Promote a Christian Care approach and Rhythm of Life principles in all client interactions, fostering independence and confidence.
- Assist in client assessments and care planning, focusing on strengths and holistic needs.
- Support clients in building meaningful community relationships in a safe environment.
- Engage in professional development, mandatory training (including dementia care), and team collaboration.
- Participate in continuous improvement, quality reporting, and compliance with Aged Care Standards.
- Encourage spiritual support and Christian witness through diverse opportunities for pastoral care.
- Foster a respectful and inclusive workplace, valuing cultural diversity including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage.
- Uphold a strong safety culture through safe work practices, consultation, and incident reporting.

What you'll bring:

- Certificate III in Aged Care or willingness to obtain (desirable)
- Certificate IV in Leisure & Health or willingness to obtain (desirable)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in Aged Care
- C Class Motor Vehicle Licence (essential); LR Class Licence (if required)
- Registered and comprehensively insured motor vehicle

Why You’ll Love Working with Anglicare:
- Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the well-being of those who serve our community, offering them the spiritual and emotional support they need.- Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and inclusion, where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.- Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and career in a role that offers both personal and professional fulfillment.- Treehouse benefits and rewards, including discounts to 400 retail, accommodation and entertainment- Employee referral reward $1200- Regular individual and group supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction program- Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family

Anglicare - Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched, and communities
strengthened

Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and
young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse.

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Application Close Date: July 06, 2025