Care Service Employee Lifestyle Officer| Casual | Wagga Wagga

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About Us

BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.

About the role

As the Care Service Employee- Lifestyle Officer, you will drive the engagement and participation of residents into a range of social, recreational and cultural activities, as well as mental health and wellbeing programs that empower our resident’s choices and independence. In running recreational activity programs, you will ensure individual residents’ needs, values, spiritual and cultural preferences are taken into account.

This role is a casual basis and available for weekend work (occasionally).  

Skills and experience

• You have completed Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (or willing to complete)
• Experience working with people with Dementia (highly desirable)
• You hold a current NSW/ACT Drivers License and will be able to take clients on outings
• Senior First Aid Certificate is essential
• You have previous experience in caring for the elderly within an Aged or Community Care setting
• You have highly developed organisation and time management skills
• You have an understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes

About Baptistcare Caloola Centre

Nestled in the peaceful and scenic bushland of Wagga Wagga, Caloola Centre provides quality, specialist support to a well-loved community on beautifully landscaped gardens neaby to the shops, clubs, and church.

The facility provides quality, palliative care as well as security for those living with dementia. This includes our newly built sensory garden, delivering a safe and stimulating outdoor space for clients.

Culture

People enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help.  With us you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference.  Our 4000 staff are our most important resource and we take you and your career seriously.  We want to provide you with a working environment and culture that supports you in your career journey and growth

Benefits

• Salary packaging + meal and entertainment card
• Fitness Passport
• Medibank Health Insurance- cooperate discount
• Real opportunities for career growth
• Access to in-house and online training programs
• Supportive, positive team environment
• Access to family friendly benefits like our wellness programs