The Role

AQ has proudly operated Garden City Aged Care Accommodation in Upper Mt Gravatt since late 2004. This purpose built home has three accommodation options. Firstly, single room suites with kitchenette, secondly, a home like secure cottage called Palm Court, and finally, cottage suites.  We also offer specially designed respite and palliative care suites.

We are looking for a casual Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant with dementia experience to assist with carrying out our lifestyle and recreation program.  

Your key focus will be to carry out tailored 1:1 and group lifestyle recreational activities including outings & excursions by considering client needs, dignity and risk. Programs are designed in collaboration with our residents and their support network as well as management, the allied health and care team to meet resident needs and wants.

Our staff promote AQ's organisational values of Social Role Valorisation (SRV) principles and community policies and procedures in a manner that encourages the independence and engagement of residents in valued social roles within the facility and the community.

We are looking for Leisure and Lifestyle Assistants who are:

• Enthusiastic about helping residents to achieve their goals, aspirations & interests
• Excellent relationship /interaction skills, can develop a good rapport with residents & carers
• Organised & can plan efficiently
• Excellent communication skills
• Friendly team player
• Flexible, adaptable and patient

Requirements

• Minimum Cert III in Leisure & Lifestyle or Diversional Therapy
• Leisure & Lifestyle Activity Aged Care experience
• Good knowledge of people with dementia
• Open Driver's Licence
• National Police Check
• First Aid & CPR Certificate

Culture & Benefits

• The opportunity to work within a supportive team of passionate & dedicated professionals
• Competitive remuneration package on offer including access to salary sacrifice for the Not-For-Profit sector
• Ongoing training & professional development opportunities