Recreation and Activities Coordinator

Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a Recreation and Activities Coordinator to join the Aged Care & Disability Team

• Full time 35 hours per week
• Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year
• Weekly pay cycle
• Salary range $ $ per week

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for enhancing the well-being of participants in aged care and disability services by designing and delivering person-centred recreational and social activities. This role ensures activities align with individual care plans, promote social inclusion, and are accessible in both facility and home settings. The coordinator leads a team of activities officers, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, fostering participant engagement, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to enrich the activity offerings.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:

• Minimum two years' experience in coordinating or delivering recreational and social activities for individuals in aged care and/or disability services
• Certificate IV in recreation therapy, community services, aged care or related field.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and NDIS principles
• Proven experience in managing, mentoring, and supporting staff in the coordination of activities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to design and implement creative and engaging activities that meet the diverse needs of participants
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Current Class C Driver Licence

BENEFITS

• Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year
• Weekly pay cycle
• 12% employer contribution to superannuation
• 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to take at full pay, half pay, or double pay
• Long Service after 5 years employment with a NSW Council
• Subsidised corporate wardrobe
• Ongoing learning and development
• 15 days sick leave
• Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community

Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Monday 8 September 2025.

ENQUIRIES

Director Aged Care & Disabilities, Donna Dobson or the People & Culture Team on

HOW TO APPLY

Before you apply for this position, please read the Position Description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. . You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess.

All correspondence will be via the email you have provided in your application.

ABOUT GILGANDRA

Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.

Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.