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About the Role

We are looking for a Recreational Activities Officer to join our team at Thomas Rosetta Agst Aged Care Facility, Wahroonga. This permanent part-time opportunity involves facilitating positive health and wellbeing options for residents, driving energy, engagement, and participation in social, recreational, and cultural activities, and leading mental health and wellbeing programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, and lead activities for residents that meet social and recreational needs while promoting independence and increasing quality of life.
• Assess and document the effectiveness of programs by tracking residents' progress and adjusting programs as needed.
• Facilitate positive health and wellbeing options for individuals, their families, and carers.
• Drive the energy, engagement, and participation of residents into a range of social, recreational, and cultural activities.
• Lead mental health and wellbeing programs which empower residents' choices and independence.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle
• Senior First Aid Certificate (desirable)
• Previous experience within an aged care setting
• Highly developed organisation and time management skills
• Ability to solve problems independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, internet/intranet skills, email communication, and confidence with smart phones and digital devices
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety
• Willingness to be vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy (including proof of COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)
• Willingness to undertake a National Criminal History Check
• Willingness to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Assessment

Skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Power Point
• Internet/intranet skills
• Email communication
• Smart phone usage
• Digital device usage

Location

• Wahroonga

Work Type

• Permanent part-time
• Weekend work available

Experience Level

• Previous experience within an aged care setting

Education Level

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive remuneration
• Eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)
• Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments

Benefits

• Access to a Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing
• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Work/life balance
• Flexible working arrangements available
• Workplace education and support provided
• Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

About the Company

• The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW.
• UPA has a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”.
• UPA has a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M.
• UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.
• UPA services include Residential Aged Care, Home Care Services, and Retirement Villages.

Equal Opportunity

• We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.
• If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team.