Therapy & Leisure Partner
Job Summary
Permanent PartTime Therapy & Leisure Partner MondayThursday
Casual Therapy & Leisure Partner MondayFriday availability to cover staff leave
Support residents to stay connected active and engaged through meaningful daily activities
Be part of a warm valuesdriven team where dignity kindness and genuine connection guide the work
Part-time roster:
Monday: 9am - 4.30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4pm
Wednesday: 9am - 3.30pm
Thursday: 9am - 3.30pm
About the Role
As a Therapy & Leisure Partner youll work closely with our Lifestyle Coordinator Occupational Therapist Physiotherapist and multidisciplinary team to deliver meaningful leisure lifestyle and therapeutic activities for residents. Your role is all about promoting physical emotional and social wellbeing through personcentred engagement.
Youll partner with residents to participate in activities that reflect their interests abilities cultural backgrounds and personal goals from daily routines and outdoor time to therapyprescribed programs. Creativity empathy and flexibility are key as you support residents to maintain independence comfort and connection.
About the Team
At William Carey Court youll join a supportive residentfocused team that values dignity choice and meaningful engagement. We work collaboratively think creatively and move past barriers to deliver the best outcomes for the people we support. Youll be part of a culture where kindness respect and teamwork shape every interaction.
Why Join Us
At BaptistCare we value our employees and foster a positive inclusive work environment. Youll enjoy:
Hourly rate from $34.49 $39.13 dependent on qualifications
Taxfree salary packaging up to $18550
Discounted gym memberships and novated car leasing
Flexible work arrangements and additional leave options
Free counselling spiritual support and nutrition advice
Study assistance up to $3000 per year
Access to learning and development programs including LinkedIn Learning
About You
Youre warm patient and committed to supporting older people to live meaningful connected lives. You bring creativity empathy and a personcentred approach to every interaction.
To be considered you will have:
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent) or progression towards it
Experience supporting people living with dementia
Current First Aid Certificate
Valid Drivers Licence
Understanding of WHS practices and safe work procedures
Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
Confidence adapting activities to individual strengths needs and preferences
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading purposeled care organisation guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care home care retirement living community services disability support and housing.
We know that lifes challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us it can feel more connected supported and hopeful again. Thats what we work towards every day enriching lives through communities of care.
Today more than 70000 customers 12000 employees and 2000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
Additional Information
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.
Successful candidates will undergo background checks including a national criminal history check reference checks and if applicable WWCC NDIS Worker Screening and a preemployment medical.
BaptistCare Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.
Recruitment Agencies: This position is managed directly by our Talent Acquisition team. Please do not contact employees directly or submit unsolicited CVs.
About Company
BaptistCare is a not-for-profit Christian-based organisation providing residential aged care, home care services and retirement in NSW, ACT and WA.