Lifestyle Assistant

Access generous salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
- Be part of a not-for-profit organisation where your work truly makes a difference
- Join our team at the Fullarton Residential Care Facility, a supportive and welcoming environment
- Two positions available - one permanent part-time and one casual

About us:
Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of residential, home care, and retirement living services for senior Australians. With over 1,300 dedicated employees and volunteers, we deliver personalised care across South Australia and regional Victoria, empowering older Australians to live with dignity and choice. Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, we are proud of our rich history and values, and we continually strive to grow while making a positive impact in the lives of those we support.

About the Role:
We are currently seeking two Lifestyle Assistants to join our team at Fullarton Residential Care Facility. One position is permanent part-time, offering 37 hours per fortnight with set shifts across weekdays. The second is a casual role with flexible shifts available. In this role, you’ll play an important part in supporting the health and wellbeing of our residents by helping to deliver engaging and meaningful lifestyle and leisure programs. Working closely with the Lifestyle Coordinators, you’ll assist in developing and running person-centred activities that encourage wellness, independence, and social connection. You’ll help plan and facilitate individual and group programs based on residents’ interests and abilities, including for those living with dementia.

What You’ll Do:

- Assist with planning and running group and individual lifestyle activities
- Support residents during sessions, including those living with dementia
- Provide 1:1 social and emotional support
- Set up and tidy activity spaces and equipment
- Help with resident mobility and personal care during activities
- Complete basic clerical tasks and record-keeping
- Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for residents

What You’ll Bring:

- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or related qualification or a Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
- Previous experience in a similar role, including working in aged care and memory support units with residents living with dementia
- Skilled in planning and facilitating recreational and leisure activities that enhance wellbeing
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members
- A person-centred approach with a commitment to dignity, privacy, and respectful care
- Organised, motivated, and reliable, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Special Requirements:

- This is an NDIS risk-assessed role - a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance is required
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and during peak activity periods
- Recommended to have current vaccinations in line with government health directives (e.g. COVID-19, influenza)
- Must complete a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process

Why Join LHG?
- Be part of an organisation with a strong values base and mission to serve.
- Contribute to an important behind-the-scenes function that enables great care.
- Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for development and impact.

Applications close**:4 August 2025 at 5pm