Refresh Retreat Program Facilitator

Love bringing people together? Passionate about dementia care? Ready to deliver a program that creates truly meaningful experiences for older Australians and their carers?

This is more than just a coordination role. It's an opportunity to lead memorable retreat experiences, build connections, support wellbeing, and make a genuine difference in the lives of people living with dementia and those who care for them.

Key Benefits

• Competitive salary with generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Lead a unique and innovative dementia respite program that changes lives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company wellness initiatives and Fitness Passport
• Reward and recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
• Ongoing professional development, learning and growth opportunities
• Supportive and values-driven team culture

About The Role

As our Refresh Retreat Program Facilitator, you'll play an important role in delivering BaptistCare's dementia respite retreats, helping people living with dementia and their carers get the most from their experience. You'll work alongside participants, carers and BaptistCare staff to support the smooth running of the program and contribute to positive retreat experiences.

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Assess participant suitability and support informed participation decisions
• Coordinate retreat logistics and manage key stakeholder relationships
• Lead and inspire retreat teams to deliver outstanding experience
• Facilitate engaging education and wellbeing sessions
• Support participants and carers through safe, person-centred experiences
• Manage risks and respond confidently to changing situations
• Contribute to quality improvement and help shape the future of BaptistCare's specialist dementia respite services

If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and seeing the direct impact of your work, this role offers all three.

We are seeking somebody to work 4 days a week; Monday to Thursday with facilitation of retreats when planned Tuesday to Thursday. Retreat locations will vary across the following areas; greater Sydney region, Sydney basin, Central Coast, Wollongong & Kiama.

Your Team

BaptistCare's Home Care team is a passionate community of people dedicated to helping older Australians live safely, independently and well.

Together, we deliver person-centred services that promote wellbeing, choice and connection. We believe everyone deserves to feel valued, respected and supported, and we're committed to creating positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

About You

You're a confident facilitator, natural relationship builder and compassionate professional who thrives in people-focused environments.

You'll bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in a clinical or allied health field, social work, community services, dementia care or a related discipline (or equivalent demonstrated experience)
• Experience supporting people living with dementia, older people and their carers within community, aged care or respite settings
• Experience delivering and coordinating community-based respite or wellbeing programs
• Demonstrated ability to assess participant needs, manage complex situations and exercise sound professional judgement
• Strong leadership, coaching and facilitation skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Knowledge of dementia care and person-centred practice
• Ability to identify, assess and manage participant and operational risks
• Full drivers license and access to own vehicle

Additional Requirements

• Capacity and willingness to stay overnight during 3-day, 2-night Refresh Retreat programs
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required by program delivery

Highly Regarded

• Training or qualifications in dementia practice, behavioural support or group facilitation
• Experience working within government-funded community programs

About Us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know life's challenges can make the world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That's what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all

Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria as soon as possible. Applications may be reviewed before the closing date, which is subject to change without notice.