Lifestyle Assistant

Bolton Clarke Group one of Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit providers of home care, retirement living and residential aged care, operating nationally and internationally. Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 88 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group.

About the Role

As the Lifestyle Assistant, you will assist Diversional Therapist or Residential Manager in implementing Leisure and Lifestyle Programs. You will evaluate individual resident’s needs, collaborate with volunteers, tailor personal care plans, and evaluate the effectiveness of those plans to deliver exceptional customer service. You will contribute to the organisation's pursuit of accreditation for the Leisure and Lifestyle Program and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Analyses individual needs and interests, provides tailored support and stimulates personal growth in the areas of psychology, social interaction, emotions, spirituality, cognition, and physical well-being.
• Collaborates with the Diversional Therapist or Residential Manager to tailor therapeutic activities to meet residents' individual needs and preferences, in consultation with the Registered Nurse or other relevant staff.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of individual plans and activities and identifies areas for improvement.
• Participates in the development and implementation of innovative leisure and lifestyle program and ensures compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.

About You

To be successful in this role, our preferred candidate will have:

• Diploma preferred; Lifestyle Management, Gerontology, Social Work is preferred. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.
• Minimal experience as a Lifestyle assistant tailoring leisure and lifestyle programs in aged care services is preferred.
• Certificate III in Leisure and Lifestyle, Diversional Therapy is preferred.
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety (WHS) Practices and cultural sensitivity.
• Proficient in Legal & Regulatory Compliance, Care Planning, Person Centered Practice, Customer Needs Assessment and Program Management skills.
• Excellent Communication, Customer Experience, Planning and Prioritisation skills.

About this location:

Lilydale offers the ultimate comfort and secure environment. On the picturesque shores of Lilydale Lake, there is convenient access to local shopping precincts such as Lilydale Marketplace and the scenic Lilydale Park. Families and friends to catch up ove

Why Work For Bolton Clarke:

Excellent work/life balance with shifts that suit your personal needs

• A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support

• Career progression and development opportunities

• Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits – claim up to $18,550 tax free

• Private health insurance and gym discounts

• An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family

Apply Now: Our application process takes 10 minutes to apply, please follow the below link to start your application.

Our commitment to diversity: At Bolton Clarke we expect our staff to respect and value differences in age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status and family or marital status.

Appointment to this position and ongoing employment is subject to your commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.

If you have any further queries, please contact Lilydale Aged Care on (03) 9739 3300