Social Support Activity Assistant
* Lakes Entrance, VIC, Australia, 3909
* Part time
Position Description
* $28.84 to $32.72 per hour, plus superannuation
* Part-time, 15 hours per week
* Generous salary packaging options - pay less tax and increase your take home pay
About us
Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH) is a not-for-profit community health provider that has been helping East Gippsland residents live well for more than 45 years.
We're one of the region's most high-profile health and support service providers with more than 500 staff, 300 volunteers, and an annual budget of more than $50 million.
Our mission is to develop and deliver quality health and wellbeing services to the people of East Gippsland
About the role
The GLCH Social Support program runs innovative and exciting social group sessions Monday through Friday in their fully equipped Day Centre.
Life skills, craft, light exercise, reminiscing, cooking, gardening and many other interests and hobbies are supported by highly skilled social support staff and volunteers.
In addition to regular daily social groups, our clients are also offered a variety of specialised interest sessions, support groups, informative wellness focused functions and cafe style socialisation.
In this position you will work with clients to support the inclusive client led programs, allowing clients to engage and attend when suitable and fitting in around their schedules and lifestyles.
Skills & Experience
A health care background or qualification in areas such as Nursing, Community Care, Diversional Therapy, Allied Health Assistance or Disabilities area is desirable, but not essential.
You will need excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to and work respectfully with our client group.
Team Culture
At GLCH, we believe our people are our biggest asset and we pride ourselves on a positive culture that encourages open communication and emphasises recognition and career advancement.
People enjoy working at GLCH because we're professional, supportive, inclusive and collaborative in our approach. We welcome staff and clients irrespective of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. We also support inclusion and diversity.
Benefits
* Opportunity for ongoing training and scholarships
* Option to purchase additional annual leave.
* Onsite gym
* Friendly and supportive team environment.
To Apply:
Applications are to include a cover letter and a resume (including 2 professional referees).
Applications close: Wednesday, 29 October 2025