Social Activity Group

4 days ago

Healesville, Australia EACH Victoria Full time

Job Description

  • Bring your creativity to a role with purpose as you help older adults maintain independent and enriching lives.     
  • Part-time ongoing position (Tues, Thurs & Fri) based at Golden Wattle House in Healesville.
  • $32 - $35ph + Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550    

This position will be a part of our Social Activity Group with the key focus being to work alongside older people whilst in the supported social activity group to enable their identified needs and goals to be fulfilled, to make decisions and choices about their own lives, to facilitate their access and participation in their community, and to remain living in their homes independently.

Although a typical day might be hard to come across, you will regularly be engaging with the clients in groups on outings or in our centre as they challenge their minds in a variety of activities or even at a simple gathering sharing stories.

Social Activity Group responsibilities:

  • Assist and work alongside older people whilst in a supported group to enable their identified needs and goals to be fulfilled.
  • Encourage and support people to actively participate in planning and feedback forums when making decisions about the service they receive, and ensure activities are responsive to this feedback.
  • Regularly engage with clients in groups on outings or in our centre as they challenge their minds in a variety of activities or even at a simple gathering sharing stories.

To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here. Alternatively, for more information please contact Joanne Robinson (Manager - VIC and QLD) at jrobinson@each.com.au

Who we’re looking for
If you have experience working as a Support Worker, are qualified with a Cert III in Aged Care/Individual Support/Community (Aged), and enjoy variety in your day, you might be exactly the person we're looking for

  • Experience working with older adults.
  • A proven ability to communicate effectively.
  • The ability to follow and implement individual service plans, healthcare, and positive behaviour support plans.
  • A desire to use your skills and experience creating fun and interesting activities that support older adults to engage more consistently with their community and peers.
  • A positive and energetic approach to engaging with your team and clients.
  • A valid driver’s licence.

Qualifications

  • Cert III in Aged Care/Individual Support/Community (Aged)

Additional Information

What we offer 
EACH is committed to developing our team. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best. 
We provide: 

  • Work-life balance in this part-time role. 
  • Opportunities for internal career progression in NSW, QLD, ACT, and VIC.
  • Increase your take home pay with generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging. 
  • Professional support and supervision.
  • Opportunity to purchase additional leave.
  • Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you, and your immediate family members.      
  • Opportunities to continuously grow and develop. 

Applications close: Wednesday 17th July 2024 

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 

Thank you for your interest in joining EACH To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

EACH Commitments

At EACH, we prioritize treating every individual with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, ability, or identity. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with lived experiences.  

EACH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment that values and supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people(s), recognizing and respecting their unique culture and contribution to our communities. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.  For further information regarding our commitment please see our Reconciliation Action Plan.

As a child-safe organisation, EACH prioritizes child safety and well-being by creating a secure environment for children and implementing effective organisational structures, policies, and procedures

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