Lifestyles Assistant
Lifestyles Assistant
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$ 32 - 33
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Job Description
Work Type : Permanent Part Time
Pay Rate : $32.27 to $33.14 per hour (plus super) based on experience
There to care. Here for good.
Aged care is so important. Some people forget that. You dont and neither do we. Because helping people is what we were born to do. Weve been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. Thats a long journey and were proud of our stability and strength.
Now were on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact hand in hand with our fantastic team. Here every moment matters and every client counts. And so do you.
Join us as a Lifestyles Assistant and shape your future and ours.
A brighter future with Helping Hand for older people and for you.
As our Lifestyles Assistant you will be responsible for identifying and facilitating a range of activities for residents which contribute to their social emotional spiritual and psychological wellbeing. Activities include onetoone small group large group community linkages outings and specialist services.
Youll also make an impact by:
- Monitoring & evaluating lifestyle activity programs & projects of individual residents and/or group activities
- Providing leadership through interaction with volunteers and other staff including the participation and support of a team environment and culture
- Carrying out any other duties consistent with the purpose of the position and as directed by team leaders the Lifestyle Services Coordinator or the Residential Services Manager
What youll bring
To succeed in this role you will have:
- Good communication skills including the ability to speak and write clearly and accurately.
- Ability to communicate with a range of people including older people staff volunteers and visitors particularly in relation to care of residents.
- Ability to personalise the service: identify what is important to each individual client and include this into their daily care routine.
- Organisational skills including the ability to prioritise workload.
- The ability to empathise with a diverse range of people.
- The ability to adapt and use a variety of ways to support individuals.
- Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one.
Youll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following:
- A certificate or equivalent qualification related to Lifestyle Services
- Current First Aid certificate
Please click the link below to view the position description:
Lifestyles Assistant Position Description
Why Helping Hand
We get it a role in aged care is more than just money. You dont do it for the pat on the back. You do it because you know it matters and at Helping Hand you matter too
We truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope youll love about working with us:
We are who you are
Heres the thing. When good people come together amazing things happen. At Helping Hand youll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strength. Theyve been in your shoes and theyll always be just a phone call away to lend a helping hand.
We are where you are
As our Lifestyles Assistant youll know youre contributing directly to a community you care about. And youll see your impact on the faces of the people youre supporting.
We care how you are
In any job how well you feel affects how well you work. And we take that very seriously. We want you to feel as secure as you can. So were proud that our people say they value the stability that comes with working for a wellestablished growing organisation like us.
Youll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
- Be part of a warm friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
- Maximise your takehome pay by salary packaging up to $15899 each year
- Enjoy an additional $2650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
- Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance plus our Employee Assistance Program
Are you ready to lend a Helping Hand
Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours.
We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and conducting interviews accordingly.
Apply online today or to find out more please contact:
Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant checks or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will be required to attend an induction session before commencing work.
Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture religion spirituality age gender sexuality disability socioeconomic background or personal experiences our people are included and respected.
Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID19 and flu vaccinations as we work in a highrisk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.
Employment Type
Full-Time
