Wellbeing and Lifestyle Coordinator
Job no: 494791
Work type: Full time
Location: Largs
Categories: Wellbeing & Lifestyle
You are experienced and creative with ideas and energy, comfortable with technology and with a growth mindset for innovative resident engagement. Designing, planning and evaluating a wide range of activities and programs, catering to a diverse population of seniors. Strong ability to collaborate with, and lead an established Wellbeing & Lifestyle team, who have a long track record of creative engagement with their residents.
As the Wellbeing and Lifestyle Coordinator and as part of the leadership team for Whiddon Largs, your drive for excellence will be seen in every interaction, always ensuring you lead from the front. Making every moment meaningful and showing your team the importance of relationships, resident interactions and participation as well as a holistic approach to care. In this role, you will receive ongoing support and guidance from the Wellbeing & Lifestyle Area Manager, the site leadership team, and the broader W&L team, ensuring you are empowered to deliver exceptional programs and initiatives.
Your entire day is to "Enrich the lives of those we care for and make a real difference" and what better way, than through meaningful activity and our teams interactions.
As the Wellbeing and Lifestyle Coordinator, your written and verbal communication skills are impeccable, and you understand the importance of engaging with individuals at all levels. You have a true passion for people, be it your team, our residents or your leaders and you strive to deliver a wellbeing program that supports our residents as well as additional home care clients and independent living residents.
Whiddon has a relationship‐based care approach to delivering all clinical and wellbeing services. Focusing on relationship building and understanding our residents' lives, lived experience, passions, hobbies and interests. We strive to meet our clients' emotional, social and clinical needs articulated through our MyLife model of care wellbeing outcomes. This is a unique way of applying your talents to promote the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents to maintain their independence and mobility. This really is your opportunity to make a real difference and have a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of our residents.
Responsibilities
* Design, plan and evaluate a wide range of activities and programs for a diverse population of seniors.
* Collaborate with and lead the Wellbeing & Lifestyle team to deliver innovative, resident‐focused engagement.
* Ensure all programs align with Whiddon's relationship‐based care philosophy and MyLife model of care.
* Maintain clear communication with residents, families and leadership to support emotional, social and clinical wellbeing.
* Work with the team to continuously improve services and identify new opportunities for resident participation.
Qualifications
* Certificate IV or Diploma in Leisure and Health.
* Additional qualification in dementia‐specific care or extensive relevant experience.
* Valid driver's licence.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
* Comprehensive leave options to support mind and body (Permanent employees)
o 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
o Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
o 12 weeks paid Parental LeaveUp to 5 days paid Fertility leave
o Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year
o Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave
o Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day
* Employee Assistance Program
* Salary Packaging options
o Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
o Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
o Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport.
o Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service and a rewards program through partners.
* Quarterly gifts, including cost‐of‐living voucher, ACE Day, Christmas gifting and other ad‐hoc gifts.
* Retail benefits and perks such as cinema, concerts or sports event tickets, food vouchers, etc.
* Employee Referral Program – up to $500 for referrals.
* Learning and development opportunities: scholarships, leadership development, traineeships.
* Recognition programs: Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night and probation completion recognition.
* Locations across NSW and QLD with relocation or transfer options.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit a copy of your resume addressing the above criteria. For more information about this position and the benefits of a career at Whiddon, visit our website at https://www.whiddon.com.au/careers/.
All successful candidates are required to provide evidence of NDIS Workers Check.
Advertised: 08 Apr 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 08 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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