Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant

Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant

• Aged Care Services | Western District Health Service
• Part Time – 16 hours per fortnight
• Penshurst, Victoria
• $28.85 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits
• Join a values-driven organisation making a real difference

Enrich lives through meaningful connection and engagement

Western District Health Service is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant to join our Residential Aged Care team.

This rewarding role supports residents to live fulfilling and meaningful lives through engaging leisure, lifestyle and recreation programs. Working closely with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team, you will help create opportunities for social connection, independence, enjoyment and wellbeing in a person-centred aged care environment. The role is guided by Montessori principles, supporting residents to maintain choice, purpose and dignity in their daily lives.

This role primarily involves weekend work, with 4-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. There may also be opportunities to pick up additional shifts during the week to provide planned and unplanned leave coverage.

What You'll Be Doing

Lifestyle & Recreation Programs

Facilitate and deliver engaging individual and group activities that support residents' physical, emotional, social, cognitive and spiritual wellbeing.

Resident-Centred Care

Work closely with residents to understand their interests, abilities and goals, assisting in the development of personalised lifestyle programs that promote independence and quality of life.

Community Connection

Encourage participation in community-based activities and develop positive relationships with community groups and organisations to enhance resident engagement and inclusion.

Program Coordination & Administration

Maintain activity calendars, assessments, care plans, evaluations and documentation in accordance with organisational policies and aged care standards.

Collaboration & Support

Work collaboratively with residents, families, volunteers and multidisciplinary team members to deliver meaningful programs and experiences. Assist with the support and orientation of volunteers and students involved in lifestyle programs.

Quality & Safety

Contribute to continuous improvement activities, accreditation requirements and risk management processes while ensuring residents participate in a safe and supportive environment.

What You Bring

• Certificate III in Community Services, Leisure and Lifestyle or similar qualification (desirable)
• Completion of Year 12
• Passion for supporting older people to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues
• Strong organisational, planning and time management skills
• Experience coordinating or facilitating recreational, lifestyle or community activities (desirable)
• Sound computer and administrative skills
• Commitment to person-centred care and resident wellbeing
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, Montessori principles in aged care
• Current Driver's Licence
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Rights to work in Australia

Why Join Western District Health Service?

About Us

Western District Health Service (WDHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg Shire. As the region's largest employer, employing over 1,000 people, we provide a comprehensive range of acute inpatient, residential aged care and community health services, supported by a strong culture of teamwork, community connection and excellence in rural healthcare.

We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace for our staff, consumers and visitors, guided by our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

Discover Life in Hamilton

Located in the heart of Victoria's Southern Grampians region, Hamilton offers the ideal blend of career opportunity and lifestyle. With a welcoming community, affordable living and easy access to the Grampians National Park and stunning southwest coastline, it's the perfect place to enjoy a rewarding career and genuine work-life balance.

To learn more about WDHS, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/

To explore the region, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

What We Offer

• Salary packaging benefits
• Generous superannuation
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to make a direct impact on residents' wellbeing and quality of life
• A workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging
• Meaningful work within a respected rural health service

Interested?

For more information, view the Position Description.  link.

For a confidential discussion, contact Emily Cowen Acting Director of Nursing

Penshurst Campus on (03) 5552 3*** or ******@wdhs.net

How to Apply

To apply via our careers page, commence your application by completing the form below and selecting "Next" to continue.

If applying through SEEK, simply click "Apply" and follow the prompts.

Applications must include:

• A current resume
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

Applications close: Monday 7th of September 2026

Applications will be reviewed as received. Early applications are encouraged, as the role may close once filled.

Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team.

Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain the relevant mandatory checks and meet WDHS compliance requirements as a condition of employment.