Activity Assistant

1 week ago

Perth, Australia Bethanie Group Full time

Bethanie, Western Australia’s leading not for profit aged care and retirement living provider, has been warmly welcoming and caring for seniors for over 70 years. We strive to lead the change in the way Australians think about ageing, recognising ‘old age’ as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and live to tell the tale.

A rewarding opportunity to be part of the Activity Assistant casual relief pool for our Social Centres across the Perth metro area Within this position, you will be responsible to the Centre Co-ordinator to ensure centre based programs and group outings are delivered to clients using a Wellness and Reablement approach. The Activity Assistant carries out various programs to assist clients to engage with their community including providing/co-ordinating client transport as required.

This is role is offered on a **casual basis,** based at the South Metro Social Centre in Port Kennedy. Shifts will be between 8am - 4pm, Monday to Friday.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Deliver programs, activities and outings for clients ensuring client centred service delivery.
- Assist in meal preparation with clients.
- Undertake efficient and safe client transport using a bus to and from the Centre.
- Maintain a safe environment.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of Bethanie services

**About the role**

**Essential Criteria**:

- Previous experience in a Therapy or Activity Assistant role
- Experience in working with individuals, small and large groups
- Knowledge of Community care or wellness and enablement approaches
- Knowledge of needs of older adults, people with dementia and their carers
- Skills in providing client centred, meaningful activities
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to report on service and client care
- Basic computer skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of The Bethanie Group
- Willingness to obtain required vaccinations - minimum of one covid vaccination and annual flu vaccination
- Current C class drivers’ licence
- Current First Aid certificate or ability to obtain one within first 3 months of employment
- Ability to demonstrate safe manual handling practices relating to people and tasks.

**Desirable Criteria**:

- Certificate 3 or 4 Allied Health Assistance or Certificate 3 Aged Care or Individual Support (Aged Care or Home and Community Care)
- Demonstrated knowledge of local community services
- LR Class Drivers licence or willingness to obtain one.

**Working with Bethanie**

At Bethanie we are committed to being an employer of choice by creating a supportive and compassionate environment for our people, customers and residents.

As well as being part of a stimulating and nurturing work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

- Salary Packaging up to $15,899 per annum. Salary Packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases
- Banking, insurance and retail discounts and benefits
- Rewarding career with a supportive culture
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements

**To Apply**

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