Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant - Remote Opportunity
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant to join our team at Monash Health. This remote Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant position offers a unique opportunity to enhance the lives of residents through meaningful engagement and activities. You will play a vital role in promoting the emotional, spiritual, and psychological well-being of our residents.
What You'll Do
- Plan and deliver individual and group activities that reflect residents’ interests, preferences, and goals.
- Work collaboratively with residents, families, care staff, and volunteers to enhance resident satisfaction and well-being.
- Contribute to personalized well-being care plans and ensure timely documentation and evaluation.
- Support the coordination and delivery of monthly activity calendars, special events, and community outings.
- Provide emotional, social, and spiritual support, especially during end-of-life care.
- Maintain safe, inclusive, and welcoming activity environments.
- Uphold Monash Health iCARE values and adhere to infection control, OHS, and Aged Care Standards.
Requirements
- Valid NDIS Clearance and completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module (essential).
- Valid police check clearance including a renewal every 3 years (essential).
- Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (CHC43415) or equivalent qualification (essential).
- Current Victorian Driver’s Licence (essential).
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and follow direction as needed.
- Strong commitment to providing resident-centred care.
- Effective time management skills to meet key outcomes.
- Well-developed verbal, written, and computer communication skills.
Nice to Have
- Experience in a similar role within aged care or healthcare settings.
- Knowledge of best practices in leisure and lifestyle programming.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
What We Offer
- Professional development opportunities to support your career growth.
- Generous salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
- Supportive team environment that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellbeing initiatives.
- Opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates and embraces diversity.
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of our residents and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organization. Apply now for this exciting Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant - Remote Opportunity!
This Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant role at Monash Health offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment and professional growth.
Who Will Succeed Here
Strong understanding of NDIS guidelines and frameworks to effectively engage with residents and tailor activities to their specific needs.
Ability to manage time efficiently while working remotely, ensuring that documentation and planning for activities are completed without direct supervision.
Empathetic mindset with a genuine passion for enhancing the emotional and psychological well-being of aged care residents, demonstrated through previous volunteer or work experience in similar settings.
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