Activities Organiser – Aged Care Sector | 0.6 FTE | Workplace: On Site | Permanent Part Time | $34.58 per hour + Super
What You'll Get in Return:
You'll work for a well-known and respected aged care provider in the South West, this role offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits package:
* A family-orientated organisation that values work-life balance.
* To foster a sense of pride and unity among our employees, uniforms are provided.
* Work for an organisation that demonstrates true commitment to creating a positive and empowering culture.
* Our office locations have free onsite parking and are close to public transport.
* NFP salary packaging options – use some of your salary for everyday expenses before income tax; meaning you can increase your take-home pay
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
* Opportunities for professional development.
* On the job support from our Activities Team Leader.
Plus:
Laundry Allowance.
Communications Allowance.
About Us
South West Community Care is a not-for-profit Organisation and Registered Charity local to the South West, providing aged care and in-home services to the local community. It is managed by a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who is supported by a Chief Governance Officer and Management Team overseeing operations and supporting a team of over 120 employees and volunteers. The CEO, in conjunction with a volunteer Board of Management, sets the strategic direction for the organisation.
South West Community Care is managed locally and embraces the 'Wellness' Approach when delivering care to eligible older Australians in the Community approximately 1000 clients currently, providing services designed to maintain independence dignity and quality of life for our ageing community. These services are delivered by compassionate and caring staff working within the guidelines set out by the Aged Care Charter of Rights and Code of Conduct for Aged Care to deliver person centred care to optimise positive outcomes.
Our Culture
What makes working with us so special is our culture, one that embraces our client focus values (Integrity, Excellence, Compassion and One Team) and shared commitment to the development of high performing teams. We are proud to recruit, train and retain the most talented professionals in the South West, who share our client and safety focus (zero harm) approach. Our employees are at the core of what we do, and by cultivating the right environment and values, we have an engaged workforce with a sense of team spirit throughout our organisation.
Position Purpose
Reporting to the Activities Team Leader, or an appropriate Allied Health Professional, the purpose of your role is to provide community-based client centred services to SWCC clients in therapeutic activities and provide feedback on the client progress to enable appropriate goal setting and program review.
Position Responsibilities
As an Activities Organiser you will be responsible for and assisting with:
* Events: Participate in the planning of outings and activities and the creation of visual resources and other materials required for group sessions.
* Communication: Use person-centered and respectful communication skills, to effectively interact with our clients, their support team and our employees.
* Aged Care Quality Standards: Adhering to quality care of clients and safety standards as prescribed by the Aged Care Quality Standards.
* Work Health & Safety: Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and principles.
* Time Management: Prioritising your workload to meet required timeframes.
* Accuracy and Confidentiality: Maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality.
To thrive in this role you will have:
* Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent.
* A commitment to work collaboratively to ensure excellence in service provision to our clients.
* Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
* Effective time management, organisation and prioritisation skills.
* Proficiency in MS Office and be technologically proficient.
* Ability to work in an environment with competing priorities and demands.
Office Base Location
All SWCC Locations.
How to apply for this role
How to apply for this role – you will need to provide the following as attachments to your application:
* An up-to-date resume (4 pages maximum).
* Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent.
* A National Police Certificate that has been obtained within the last 6 months.
**IMPORTANT**
When you submit your application for this vacancy, you will be sent a system generated email requesting you to complete our screening questions (this email may go to your junk mail). The screening questions are an integral part of our recruitment process and your application will not progress if you do not submit your responses by the closing day and time.
CLOSING DATE: 9:00 am (Western Standard Time) on THURSDAY, 26 February 2026.
Applications received that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered for this position.
Contact
If you require any further information in relation to this role please contact Jamie-Lee Muir, Activities Team Leader, on
Our Recruitment Process
During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including a minimum of two reference checks and a pre-employment medical assessment that will include a supervised drug and alcohol test.
You will need to provide a National Police Certificate, no older than 6 months, with your application to be considered for this vacancy.
We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process while the vacancy is open.
Recruitment Agencies or Third Party applications will not be considered.