Lifestyle and Community Coordinator | Bateau Bay

Bupa Bateau Bay is a modern care home located in a coastal suburb of the Central Coast, NSW. It is close to the local community with neighbouring shops, parks, church, schools and transport links nearby. It consists of 101 beds, with a variety of care units. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents. Benefits Free select health insurance for you and your immediate family up to $5500* VIVA Happier & Healthier - our employee wellbeing program - live healthier and happier – see more about Why we work at Bupa; We’ve got your back. We support our people to be the best version of themselves, physically and mentally, so they can be the best support for our customers. If our customers deserve outstanding healthcare, then so do you. 5-x free telehealth GP appointments through Blua (our digital health platform) for you or your immediate family. Career development; You’ll have a real say in shaping the future direction of the business and your own career because we believe that when you grow, Bupa grows. Comprehensive induction and buddy program - we set you up for success from the outset and ease you into your new role with support Be recognised and rewarded - Bupa Love Reward & Recognition Program ensures that the gratitude of our residents and their families is passed on to staff who deserve it About the Role As the Lifestyle and Community Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Programs in our homes. You will manage a team of Lifestyle officers responsible for promoting emotional and physical rehabilitation through person-first recreational activities that promote holistic wellbeing, including providing residents with quality care, and actively supporting them to maintain the skill level, independence and mobility and proving respite support to their family/carers. In addition to overseeing the Person-First Leisure and Lifestyle Program and the team of recreational activity officers, you will be required to perform the role of the Recreational Activity Officer, alongside the Activity Officers within the care home. Duties Manage all Lifestyle Officers with excellent team leadership Provide residents with quality care and actively supporting them to maintain their skill levels, independence and mobility and providing respite support to their family/carers Work collaboratively with other team members to effectively plan and organise all recreational activity programs Ensure individual resident’s needs, values, spiritual and cultural preferences are taken into account when providing recreational care Complete documented assessments which determine and clearly state capabilities, needs and problems Comply with infection control and work health and safety standards Skills and Experience Cert IV in Leisure and Lifestyle is desirable, degree level qualifications highly regarded Previous experience gained in a similar role Senior First Aid Certificate is essential Previous experience in caring for the elderly within an aged or community care setting Highly developed organisation and time management skills The ability to solve problems independently Excellent communication and interpersonal skills An understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes As a member of our team. Our focus is not limited to our residents but also your wellbeing and career growth. We aim to support you with tools you need to achieve a fulfilling career. How to Apply Click Apply to be taken to our online application process. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete pre-employment checks. At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis. *Eligibility criteria and conditions apply #J-18808-Ljbffr