Lifestyle / Social Support Co-ordinator

• Work close to home in Melbourne’s south eastern suburbs - Wheelers Hill
• Friendly team and great working environment
• Education, training and career opportunities
• Permanent part-time 

An award-winning, Rainbow Tick accredited, aged care provider; Lifeview operates four homes in Melbourne’s south eastern suburbs.  We pride ourselves on not only the care of residents but also the creative and inspiring lifestyle programs we deliver - it’s all about overall quality of life.

This vision is upheld through our four L.I.F.E. Principles: Laugh, Integrity, Focus and Engage, which create our culture of social interaction, and enjoyment, within a warm and caring environment.  

We are seeking a qualified, experienced and passionate Lifestyle Coordinator at Wheelers Hill to work Monday to Friday 9:30am to 4:30pm. Some flexibility in hours.  We pride ourselves on our friendly team environment, which allows residents to feel right at home, and our industry leading lifestyle programs. Reporting to the Social Support Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, dedicated and proactive Lifestyle / Social Support Coordinator to join our team, to get creative, have fun and really make a difference.  You are only limited by your imagination.

Your days will be filled with rewarding moments as you enhance the lives of residents. Your “can do” attitude and willingness to commit to our L.I.F.E principles will ensure your success in this role.

Lifestyle / Social Support Coordinator:

• Qualifications in Lifestyle & Leisure (Cert 4)
• Demonstrated experience in planning, delivering and evaluating recreational and rehabilitative programs for older Australians
• Demonstrated high level of analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to write clear and precise English appropriate to resident’s needs
• Mature outlook with the ability to relate and converse with older people
• Ability and commitment to working as part of the team 
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work without supervision
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Excellent networking and engaging skills within the wider community
• Ability to work within the culture of Lifeview
• Be passionate about aged care
• A team player who enjoys having FUN at work
• Level 2 First Aid Qualification
• Hold a current drivers license
• Other specialised qualifications in areas such as dementia best practice, music or the arts will be highly regarded
• Experience with electronic documentation systems will be highly regarded
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft packages

The successful incumbents will enjoy benefits such as:

• Reward and Recognition Program
• Education, training and career opportunities
• Friendly team and great working environment

The successful applicant will have the benefit of working with a great group of people while having fun. Lifeview is a progressive organisation built on hard work and is proud of its passionate people. If you’d like to work for an organisation that truly values your contribution and you’re ready to make a difference, then forward a cover letter and your CV highlighting your experience and which role you are applying for, via the apply button.

Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next phase of the selection process. To those applicants not shortlisted, we extend our appreciation for considering Lifeview as a potential employer.

Lifeview is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all people into its homes. Lifeview is also LGBTIQ+ friendly for residents and staff.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Social Support Coordinator?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?

Lifeview is an organisation built on hard work and is proud of its passionate people.  If you’d like to work for an organisation that truly values your contribution and you’re ready to make a difference, then please forward a cover letter and your CV via the apply button.

Please visit our Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn pages to find out more about the programs on offer at Lifeview.

Lifeview is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all people into its homes. Lifeview is also LGBTI friendly for residents and staff.

Our View: Lifeview is trusted, respected, consumer focused, inclusive and innovative