Recreation Officer (Casual)

About Wintringham

Wintringham is a not-for-profit organisation with a single mission: to support people over 50 who have experienced or are at risk of homelessness. We deliver this through a range of responses including affordable housing support and aged care tailored as needs change over time. We operate across Victoria and Tasmania. Learn more at

About the role

Wintringhams housing recreation program is seeking an experienced Recreation Officer to join our team. Bring your passion for recreation sites creating meaningful activities and opportunities that support residents to enjoy their independence connect with others and thrive in their community. Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator responsibilities include:

• Identify resident individual interests and plan activities accordingly
• Ensure recreational pursuits are facilitated in a fashion that maximises the resident recreational independence
• Encourage the support of families and friends
• Promote recreational opportunities available within the broader community
• Monitor expenditure in line with budgets
• Commitment to ongoing training and professional development and where required attend compulsory training sessions

What are we looking for

• Certificate IV or higher in Recreation Community Development Psychology Disability or Social Work qualification or equivalent
• A current driving licence First Aid Certificate 2
• Experience working with older people
• Experience in recreational program planning and implementation
• Knowledge of local area & services and the ability to utilise community groups and resources

What we offer

• Employment type: Casual position with weekday and weekend availability required. Shifts are typically around 8 hours on weekdays and 5 hours on weekends
• Pay:$42.88 $48.99 p/hr 25 % Casual loading superannuation
• Location:Majority of work would be at Eunice Seddon Dandenong; Possibly some work available at Angus Martin House Frankston
• We are committed to offering an enjoyable safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. We provide access to wellbeing programs learning and development opportunities and Employee Assistance Programs
• Visit the Wintringham website to learn more about working with us

How to apply

For a copy of the position description click here. Follow the online application process submit your resume and a brief cover letter (maximum 1 page) detailing why you are interested in the role.

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Applications close on 24 September 2026.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences our Inclusion Statement may be accessed here. We encourage applications from First Nations people people living with disability LGBTIQA and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. The successful applicant will be contacted by Wintringham to complete required reference registration/licence and background checks prior to employment including completion of an aged care statutory declaration a NDIS Worker Screening Check providing evidence of current seasonal influenza vaccination at least one COVID-19 vaccination and as required a National and/or International Police Check.