Lifestyle And Community Coordinator I Caulfield

About the Home
A modern care home set in the leafy bay side suburb of Caulfield, with public transport links close by.
Located 17kms from the CBD, close to the beach and shops, this care home consists of 127 beds, with a variety of care units.
Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.
To learn more about our beautiful care home visit: Bupa Caulfield
The Benefits
Discounts on Health Insurance, Home, Contents and Landlord Insurance, Car Insurance, Travel Insurance, Pet Insurance
VIVA Happier and Healthier - our employee wellbeing program.
We've got your back.
We support our people to be the best version of themselves, physically and mentally, so they can be the best support for our customers.
If our customers deserve outstanding healthcare, then so do you.
Career development; You'll have a real say in shaping the future direction of the business and your own career because we believe that when you grow, Bupa grows.
Access to leading training and professional development - supported by our quality education team and expert clinicians with a commitment to clinical excellence
Comprehensive induction and buddy program - we set you up for success from the outset and ease you into your new role with support
Be recognised and rewarded - Bupa Love Reward & Recognition Program ensures that the gratitude of our residents and their families is passed on to staff who deserve it
The heart of the role
As the Lifestyle & Community Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Programs in our homes.
You will manage a team of recreational activity officers responsible for promoting emotional and physical rehabilitation through person-first recreational activities that promote holistic wellbeing, including providing residents with quality care, and actively supporting them to maintain the skill level, independence and mobility and proving respite support to their family/carers.
In addition to overseeing the Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Program and the team of recreational activity officers, you will be required to perform the role of the Recreational Activity Officer, alongside the Activity Officers within the care home.
Duties
Manage all Recreational Activities Officers with excellent team leadership
Provide residents with quality care and actively supporting them to maintain their skill levels, independence and mobility and providing respite support to their family/carers
Work collaboratively with other team members to effectively plan and organise all recreational activity programs
Ensure individual resident's needs, values, spiritual and cultural preferences are taken into account when providing recreational care
Complete documented assessments which determine and clearly state capabilities, needs and problems
Comply with infection control and work health and safety standards
What will you bring?
Cert IV in Leisure and Lifestyle is desirable, degree level qualifications highly regarded
Previous experience gained in a similar role
Senior First Aid Certificate is essential
Previous experience in caring for the elderly within an aged or community care setting
Highly developed organisation and time management skills
The ability to solve problems independently
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
An understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes
How to Apply
Be at the Heart of It – your new team is ready to welcome you
Just so you know, everyone will be required to complete pre-employment checks as part of the application process
To learn more about working at Bupa please visit our website: Bupa Careers
Bupa cares about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity (including how one chooses to express it), ethnicity, disability (physical, mental and/or sensory), sexual orientation, religion or life stage.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.
If you require any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know at the time of your application.
*Eligibility criteria and conditions apply
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