Leisure and Lifestyle Worker
- Plan and facilitate engaging small-group activities for older people, including people living with dementia.
- Deliver activities such as gentle exercise, crafts, discussion groups, reminiscence, outings and music programs.
- Work as part of an onsite team, supporting meaningful engagement for clients and their families.
The Burger Centre is seeking a Leisure & Lifestyle Worker to join their close-knit team onsite in Randwick.
This opportunity would suit someone seeking employment on a casual basis. As a Leisure & Lifestyle Worker, you will support and conduct a range of stimulating small group activities suitable for the group which may include people living with dementia. Such activities may include discussion groups, gentle exercise, craft, reminiscence programs, outings as well as music related programs.
Essential Criteria
- Qualifications in Diversional Therapy / Certificate IV in Leisure & Health/Art, Music or Drama/ Certificate III in Aged Care; bachelor’s degree in social science, social work, psychology or related Allied Health will also be considered
- Demonstrated knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards
- Knowledge of the common physical, psychological and social issues affecting older people and people living with dementia
- Experience in working with older people, program planning and facilitation
- Experience working with people living with dementia or other cognitive impairment
- Specialist skills pertaining to Leisure and Lifestyle
- An understanding of the needs of older people from CALD backgrounds
- Working knowledge of EEO and WHS
- Experience in working as part of a team
- First Aid and CPR Certification
- Strong computer knowledge and competency in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Zoom, use of internet, laptops, Multimedia devices, social media and client management systems
We would love to hear from you if you feel you meet the above criteria and you’re passionate about providing meaningful engagement to our clients.
Desirable Criteria
- Licence or ability to obtain Class C (Car) licence;
- Photography skills;
- Awareness of Jewish values, heritage and culture including those who lived through the trauma of the Holocaust.
- Bilingual community language advantageous.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive, culturally diverse, and values-driven team
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults and their families
- Not for profit salary packaging
- To find out more about what we do and to apply online, please visit our website: https://montefiore.org.au/the-burger-centre
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