Lifestyle Assistant

Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant
Residential Aged Care
Baptcare Wattle Grove Community - Lalor, VIC
**About the Company**:
Baptcare is a purpose driven and faith-based organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia, providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.
At Baptcare, our values are deeply rooted in the principles of Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect, and Effectiveness. These values guide us in all aspects of our operations and interactions, shaping our corporate culture and driving our success.
**The Role**:
Join our team as a dedicated Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant, providing support to our residents on a full-time Fixed term contract basis. Your role focuses on developing and delivering personalized social and lifestyle support programs for residents, promoting overall well-being aligned with their unique needs, goals, and preferences.
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Follow and give feedback on the lifestyle program.
- Record consumer progress accurately.
- Stick to a set schedule.
- Collaborate with facility staff for optimal resident-centered care.
- Contribute to ongoing improvements.
- Foster relationships with families and agencies to enhance resident life.
- Report any risks in the workplace or for residents.
- Contribute to developing the lifestyle program and overall facility operation as appropriate.

**About You**:

- Required qualifications in health-related field (e.g., Leisure and Health, Diversional Therapy, Activity Worker).
- Certificate III or higher in Aged Care.
- Additional certification in alternative therapies (e.g., Massage, aromatherapy, etc.) is a plus

What’s it for You?
Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.
A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing of up to $18,550 per annum
Ongoing professional development and team building opportunities.
Access to confidential counselling and support services
**How to Apply**:
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role.
At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.
Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.