Lead Dementia Respite Assistant (Gold Coast)

Alzheimer’s Queensland | Gold Coast - Arundel | Permanent Full-Time

Lead with compassion and support people living with dementia to live meaningful, valued lives.
Join a collaborative team delivering person-centred respite care across community and centre-based settings.

About This Opportunity

Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is seeking an experienced and compassionate Lead Dementia Respite Assistant to join our Gold Coast Service Centre on a permanent full-time basis.

This role is suited to someone who enjoys supporting both clients and team members in a hands-on care environment. Working across centre-based and community settings, you will act as a role model to Dementia Respite Assistants and support workers, assisting with day-to-day care delivery while helping maintain high-quality, person-centred services.

You will work closely with the Community Services Manager and broader multidisciplinary team to support older Australians and people living with dementia to remain engaged, supported, and connected within their community.

Salary: $43.50 – $46.50 per hour + 12% superannuation + salary packaging.

What’s in it for You

• Permanent full-time role within a growing community care service.
• Opportunity to mentor and support care staff within the centre.
• Work across meaningful respite and community-based programs.
• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
• Join a supportive and values-driven team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and guide Dementia Respite Assistants and support workers.
• Assist with buddying and orientation of new staff members.
• Deliver person-centred care across respite and community settings.
• Support clients with personal care, mobility, meals, and activities.
• Promote independence, dignity, and meaningful engagement.
• Assist with centre activities, outings, and event coordination.
• Complete documentation and progress notes using VisualCare systems.
• Escalate client concerns and workplace risks appropriately.
• Support a welcoming, safe, and well-maintained environment.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team.

About Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ)

Founded in 1983, Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is Australia’s largest dementia association, which also caters to older Australians requiring loving care and support. As an inclusive organisation, we strive to create meaningful lives, by tailoring a person’s living arrangements and lifestyle to best meet their, or their loved one’s needs. AQ delivers a comprehensive range of services including residential aged care, home care packages, community respite, specialist dementia support, and a Dementia Help Line. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering safe, high-quality care aligned with best practice and the Aged Care Quality Standards.

About You

• Must have full Australian working rights with no restrictions.
• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, Disability, or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 months’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience supporting older people and people living with dementia.
• Strong understanding of person-centred and community-based care.
• Ability to mentor and support other care staff positively.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving capability.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Current Driver’s Licence and reliable insured vehicle.
• National Police Check and smartphone for work-related purposes.

Want to Apply?

Submit your application via SEEK, including your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Other Information

AQ is committed to a fair, equitable, and inclusive selection process. We recognise that some applicants may have faced barriers that have impacted their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet every criterion are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential.

Employment conditions are aligned with applicable Awards and the National Employment Standards. Salary packaging benefits are available, allowing you to increase your take-home pay through tax-effective arrangements.

• Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this role.