Wellness and Lifestyle Assistant - Goolwa, Australia - Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc

Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc

Verified Company

Goolwa, Australia

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

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Description

Be the difference. Enjoy great rewards and benefits.

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Permanent Part Time position available

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Week
Friday: 10am 4pm, Saturday: 1pm 4pm & Sunday: 1pm 4pm
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Week
Friday: 10am 4pm
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Bupa Health Insurance and Goodlife Health Club discounts available

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Wellness & Lifestyle Assistant to join our collaborative Residential Care team at Sandpiper Lodge in Goolwa.

About the role

This role will be responsible for optimising the social, physical, spiritual and psychological well-being of our residents, you'll empower them to enjoy independence and pursue the lifestyle of their choice while maintaining dignity and privacy.

This will see you maximise engagement for each resident in meaningful activities and maintain comprehensive records.

By delivering holistic, individually tailored continuity of care, you'll also advise and support students, colleagues, volunteers and loved ones.

For further details regarding the scope of the role, please refer to our website or the attached position description.

About you
We are looking for people who will be the difference in the lives of our residents and clients.

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
Previous experience in designing and implementing engaging lifestyle activities designed to meet the needs, goals and preferences of older people
Sound problem solving skills particularly when assessing balancing a resident's desire for independence and self determination to make their own choices against potential risks and duty of care
Good communication, organisation and relationship building skills as well as a passion for gerontic care
Good understanding of the requirements to support residents living with dementia including those who display challenging behaviours
Proficient computer and keyboard skills and the ability to use Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail and inhouse databases)
Senior first aid and CPR certificate desirable

About us
Southern Cross Care is one of Australia's leading charitable aged care and retirement living service providers.

We value the diversity in our team, live and breathe our values and offer salary packaging benefits to maximise your take-home pay.

When you work for us, we value you as an individual, care for your well-being and develop your skills to help you build your career.

We reward creativity and provide the stability and flexibility you need. When you work for us, you work better for life.

Applications close

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4pm on Tuesday, 26th September 2023