Leisure and Wellbeing Worker

1 day ago

Mount Alexander, Australia Castlemaine Health Full time

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, empathetic, patient, fun and creative individual to join our dedicated Leisure and Wellbeing Team.
This position aims to support people living in aged care as individuals, while partnering with family and the community, to provide meaningful, purposeful and enjoyable experiences in line with the resident's lifestyle preferences. The successful applicant will be involved in building connections with the residents, encouraging them to express themselves through different forms of arts, crafts and other activities and experiences.
About you
- Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle Activities (desirable)
- Innovative and creative thinker
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to demondstrate empathy and understanding to our clients and their families
- The ability to use initiative and work under pressure
- Calm and compassionate
- Enthusiastic about helping residents to achieve their goals, aspirations & interests
- Excellent relationship/interaction skills, can develop a good rapport with residents & carers

Please refer to the relevant attached position description for further details about the role.
Culture and Benefits
Castlemaine and Maldon are located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in the Mount Alexander Shire. The area is renowned for its creativity, history and as host to the Castlemaine State Festival. The shire is a short drive from Melbourne, Ballarat and Bendigo, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, unique natural environment and historic goldfields, the community offers a rich diverse culture for all to enjoy.
- Free on-site parking is available to all staff and visitors
- Salary Packaging/Salary Sacrificing
- Free onsite staff gym (Castlemaine campus)
- Fitness Passport is available to all staff members across Dhelkaya Health. You and your family can sign up to unlimited access to more than 120 gyms, pools and fitness facilities on your program
- Our Health and Wellbeing program; including access to a Social Worker, Pastoral Care Office, Prevention of Bullying & Harassment Officers, Physiotherapy services, vaccination programs and other health services as required
- The Dhelkaya Health Social Club brings staff from all areas of the hospital together in friendly and casual environment, with a variety of events and activities held throughout the yea

Please address the key selection criteria in your cover letter when applying.

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