Working closely with residents, families, volunteers, and the broader care team, you will help create a vibrant and inclusive community where residents can continue to enjoy meaningful and purposeful lives.
Lifestyle Assistant
Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG) is a family-owned organisation that has been enhancing the lives of older Australians since 1995. We are committed to creating warm, welcoming homes where residents, families, and staff feel valued, connected, and supported.
About the Role
As a Wellbeing & Lifestyle Assistant, you will play a key role in enriching the lives of residents by planning, supporting, and facilitating engaging activities that promote physical, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with the planning and delivery of lifestyle and wellbeing programs
* Encourage and support resident participation in activities and events
* Facilitate recreational, leisure, social, cultural, and spiritual activities
* Provide individual emotional support and social engagement to residents
* Assist with community engagement and intergenerational programs
* Support residents living with dementia through meaningful activities
* Contribute to care planning and resident wellbeing assessments
* Maintain accurate activity records and documentation
* Work collaboratively with care staff, families, and volunteers
About You
You are a positive, energetic, and caring individual who enjoys building relationships and making a genuine difference in the lives of older people.
You will demonstrate:
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong organisational and time management abilities
* Creativity and enthusiasm in delivering engaging programs
* Empathy, patience, and a resident-centred approach
* Ability to work both independently and within a team
* A genuine passion for aged care and resident wellbeing
Essential Requirements
* Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing)
* Certificate IV or Diploma in Leisure & Health
* Current Police Check
* Valid working rights in Australia
* Basic computer skills
* Understanding of resident‐centred care principles
* Previous experience in residential aged care
* Understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards
* Knowledge of dementia support and wellbeing programs
* Food Safety Certificate
Why Join MACG?
* Supportive and inclusive team culture
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities
* Career progression pathways
* Employee recognition and reward programs
* Family‐owned organisation with strong values
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.
Our Values
* Compassion: generous spirit, welcoming hospitality, connect.
* Integrity: honest, trustworthy and ethical in all that we do.
* Dignity: True worth of every individual.
* Diversity: Value uniqueness of each person.
* Accountable: we are accountable of all actions and outcomes to residents, their carers families and those who fund, govern and support us.
* Family: it is in how we think, behave and talk. It is reflected in the environments and experiences we create.
* Respect: We promote care, compassion and consideration with residents, their carers, families and each other.
Why work with us
* Supportive culture demonstrating the core values,
* Confidential EAP Support,
* Learning and development opportunities,
* Onsite parking,
* Coffee, biscuits and events to enjoy.
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