Overview
The Leisure & Activities Coordinator will need to design, develop and implement individual and group activities across the home to residents, by understanding who the residents are including their identity, culture, diversity, beliefs and life experiences.
Our dedicated staff work with the same residents every day. This continuity allows for deep and trusting relationships to develop between residents, employees and families.
If you are committed to the provision of aged care, want to make a difference in the community in which you live, have excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills we would like to hear from you.
Location
Brooklea is our 28 bed supported residential service facility located in Donvale.
355 Springvale Road, Donvale, Vic 3111
Qualifications
* Certificate IV Leisure & Lifestyle or other relevant qualification.
* Current First Aid Certificate.
* Experience in the planning, implementation and evaluation of activities and programmes for frail people with cognitive impairment and other disabilities.
* Ability to document assessments, care plans and progress notes to meet legislative, funding and quality improvement requirements.
* Current VIC Driver's License.
* High level of honesty and integrity.
* Ability to understand and use information technology and programs and to learn new skills as required.
Responsibilities
Your main duties will include:
* Care planning, design and develop group and 1:1 care programs for residents that takes into account their individual lifestyle, hobbies and spiritual needs.
* Design and plan individual activities aligned to resident interests and needs that can be carried out by the care team.
* Through activity, promoting close relationships with families and carers for the health and wellbeing of residents.
* Liaise with family members and assess the needs, preferences and capabilities of each Resident to compile appropriate individual activity assessments and care plans.
Diversity and Inclusion
As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community.
If you would like to join a team that has passion for its employees, believes in the development of strong resident bonds and has community values please apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr