Job Title:
Lifestyle Assistant
Employer:
St Vincent's Health Australia
Location:
Auburn House, Hawthorn East (Mon–Wed) and Berengarra, Kew (Thu–Fri)
Status:
Permanent, part-time (31.5 hours per week, Mon–Wed)
Salary:
IN31 – IN33 ($55,510 – $64,464 per annum pro rata) plus additional over award
About the Role
The Lifestyle Assistant will work within the Lifestyle Team to nurture individual interests, maintain motivation and stimulation of residents through activities of interest and personal support. They will be responsible for maintaining accurate documentation of activities including progress note entries and evaluation of the effectiveness of care services delivered.
Your Contribution
Minimum Certificate III in Lifestyle/Leisure or equivalent
Intermediate computer skills using MS Office and healthcare database programs
Previous experience working in a residential care setting or similar environment
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of dementia management strategies and mental health
Ability to practice within a "person centred care" framework
Actively contribute to supporting a high functioning multidisciplinary team and be able to work independently
Assist and support change, and implement process improvements
Communicate effectively, with residents, representatives and staff at all levels
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain
What We Offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance encouraged
Ability to join Fitness Passport – Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. Closing Date: 13 December :59pm.
Important Information
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
SVHA has a duty of care under WHS legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements.
Reconciliation Action Plan
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit or contact
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