Lifestyle Team Leader - Permanent Full Time
Lead with Purpose – Join Us as a Lifestyle Team Leader at Palm Lake Care Bargara
At Palm Lake Care Bargara, we believe that belonging and connection are fundamental rights of ageing. As a proud, family-owned care community, our focus is on creating vibrant, inclusive environments where people feel safe, valued, and supported.
We're looking for an experienced and passionate Lifestyle Team Leader (Full-Time) to join our team, working Monday to Friday. If you're ready to lead with empathy and create meaningful experiences for our residents, this could be the perfect role for you.
About the Role
Reporting to the Clinical Manager, you'll take the lead in planning and delivering an engaging lifestyle program that enriches the lives of our residents. You'll guide a team of Lifestyle Assistants, helping them create moments that matter through social, recreational, and wellness-based activities.
You'll also be a key connector with the broader community — coordinating entertainment, liaising with volunteers, and building strong ties with groups such as schools, religious leaders, and service clubs.
Your day-to-day will include:
Greeting residents and informing them about the day's activities
Welcoming new residents and completing their social profiles and activity plans
Creating monthly calendars and newsletters
Organising community events and external outings
Supporting staff development and participating in continuous improvement initiatives
What You Bring
Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (or equivalent)
Demonstrated experience in diversional therapy or lifestyle programming
Knowledge of care planning and resident assessments
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a small team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A current "C" class driver's license and confidence in transporting residents
High level of initiative, enthusiasm, and empathy for aged care
Why Join Palm Lake Care?
A supportive, people-first work environment grounded in respect and connection
Opportunities for professional development through training and education
The chance to truly make a difference in the lives of residents
Competitive working conditions with a strong focus on staff well-being
All applicants must be willing to complete a pre-employment medical and hold a valid National Police Check. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Palm Lake Care is a smoke-free and inclusive workplace. We proudly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from all cultural backgrounds.
Ready to bring joy and purpose to our residents' lives? Apply today and help shape a care community that feels like home.
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Your application will include the following questions:Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the residential aged care accreditation standards? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status? How many years' experience do you have as a Lifestyle Assistant? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Palm Lake Group boasts an impressive 46 years of expertise and firsthand knowledge in creating exceptional over-50s lifestyle resorts, retirement villages, and state-of-the-art aged care facilities. As a proudly Australian family-owned business, we are committed to crafting communities that are not only friendly and welcoming, but also inspiring and aspirational. Our extensive portfolio of communities throughout Australia has earned us high regard, including multiple industry awards from the Master Builders Association in recent years. Currently, we proudly operate 27 resorts and 7 aged care facilities under the Palm Lake Group umbrella. With over 1200 employees nationwide.
Palm Lake Group boasts an impressive 46 years of expertise and firsthand knowledge in creating exceptional over-50s lifestyle resorts, retirement villages, and state-of-the-art aged care facilities. As a proudly Australian family-owned business, we are committed to crafting communities that are not only friendly and welcoming, but also inspiring and aspirational. Our extensive portfolio of communities throughout Australia has earned us high regard, including multiple industry awards from the Master Builders Association in recent years. Currently, we proudly operate 27 resorts and 7 aged care facilities under the Palm Lake Group umbrella. With over 1200 employees nationwide.
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