Recreation Project Worker

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Wintringham Full time

Recreation Project Worker

Head Office – North Melbourne

Part Time Basis

INTERNAL ONLY

  • Work with a rapidly growing not for profit organisation committed to social justice
  • Competitive base rate (depending on experience and qualifications)
  • ​Access to NFP Salary Packaging, EAP + discounts to leading retailers
  • Part Time Basis – 2 days per week (7.5 hours per day)
  • Based at our Head Office in North Melbourne (VIC)

About us

Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania.

Your new role

We are looking for a passionate candidate who is seeking Part Time employment in the Recreation team within our Head Office in North Melbourne. In this role you will support the overall development of recreation service delivery. Your weekly roster will comprise of 2 days (each 7.5 hours) and will give you the opportunity to undertake various projects including process mapping and reviewing documentation accordingly while building positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across Wintringham to support change management activities.

Your responsibilities and duties will also include:

  • Undertaking recreation project work and tasks that align with current and future organisational initiatives and objectives
  • Supporting the review of recreation documentation to ensure procedures and guidelines accurately reflect current work practices
  • Supporting the recreation team in a range of projects to assist with change management, including internal staff communication flows
  • Assisting the Recreation Manager to review and develop new data and reporting procedures
  • Coverage of Recreation Administration Assistant where necessary.
  • Assisting with implementation of business intelligence or data analysis tools and reporting solutions
  • Working closely with the Quality Manager, Senior and Recreation Coordinators to review and edit policies, procedures and guidelines to reflect the most current and relevant information available

What in in it for you?

We are committed to offering an enjoyable, safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. When you are working with Wintringham, you will have access to the following benefits:

  • Access to exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging: salary package your personal expenses up to the amount of $15,900.
  • Continuous development: we believe in giving our staff the skills they need and will keep you up to date with yearly qualifications such as behaviour management, first aid, CPR and manual handling. We offer growth opportunities and have a strong internal recruitment program.
  • Free access to wellbeing services + discounts to retailers: When you are employed at Wintringham, you will have access to our Employee Assistance Program, Staff wellbeing portal as well as discounts to some of Australia’s leading retailers.

We are looking for candidates with the following:

  • Minimum of Certificate IV in Lifestyle & Leisure or equivalent qualification
  • An understanding of the Housing and Homelessness Service sector My Aged Care, NDIS and other relevant service systems
  • An understanding of Recreation Principles and the importance of Leisure and lifestyle outcomes, diversional therapy or Recreation therapy
  • Current drivers’ licence (mandatory)
  • Working reliable vehicle (mandatory)
  • An understanding of complex clients with challenging behaviours.
  • Well-developed communications skills and the ability to engage people from varying backgrounds.
  • First Aid Certificate II

This sounds great How do I apply?

For more information about this role, a copy of the Position Description can be accessed  here

Please address your responses to the key selection criteria (located in the position description) in your cover letter.

Applications to be directed to Daniel Gray  and submitted via our website.

Please upload your documents in PDF Format

Applications close Friday 29th of November 2024 at 5pm

Successful applicants may be required to undergo a Preemployment Screening Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to these parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.

Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence.

Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

The safety of all older people is paramount, and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse.

Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia’s First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Diversity and inclusion makes our community and Wintringham stronger, and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.

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