Leisure and Lifestyle Officer Residential Care

We are Goodwin, a multi-award-winning, industry-leading seniors' services and accommodation provider in the ACT and NSW. For over 70 years, our community-owned, not-for-profit organisation has provided the Canberra and regional community with vibrant and luxurious retirement living villages, reliable and innovative home care, and the very best in residential aged care facilities. 

Enjoy more than just a great career

At Goodwin, you’ll be part of a respected, values-driven organisation with generous employee benefits. Increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 tax-free salary packaging plus an additional $2,650 for meal entertainment. You can also access novated leasing, relocation assistance, discounted health insurance, gym memberships, airline lounge memberships, free flu vaccinations, professional development opportunities and more.

In this role, you will support the Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator to plan, deliver and evaluate a diverse range of activities and programs that promote the wellbeing, independence, social connection and quality of life of our residents.

You will play an important role in creating meaningful experiences for residents, encouraging participation and ensuring activities reflect their individual interests, needs, abilities and preferences.

As a Leisure and Lifestyle Officer, you will:

• Support the planning, coordination and evaluation of engaging leisure and lifestyle programs.
• Facilitate a wide range of recreational, social, educational and wellbeing activities.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities that support an active and healthy lifestyle.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, friends and the wider community.
• Support new residents to settle into the facility and feel welcomed and connected.
• Ensure residents have opportunities to maintain meaningful social connections.
• Contribute to innovative programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and contribute to quality and compliance requirements.
• Ensure activity equipment and resources are well maintained and used effectively.
• Participate in required training, meetings and competency development.
• Deliver all services in a way that respects the dignity, individuality, cultural diversity and choices of our residents.

We are looking for someone who is warm, energetic, creative and genuinely passionate about supporting older people.

To be successful, you will have:

• Experience working with vulnerable people, preferably in leisure and lifestyle services.
• Experience supporting or facilitating recreational or educational programs.
• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, or a willingness to undertake the required studies.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to obtain a Light Rigid (LR) licence.
• Good computer and documentation skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• An understanding of the health and wellbeing needs of older people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organisation, planning and time management skills.
• The ability to engage positively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• A commitment to quality, continuous improvement and person-centred care.

If you are passionate about creating meaningful experiences, building connections and helping older people live active, fulfilling lives, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and join Goodwin!

If you have any questions, please contact us on ***********@goodwin.org.au

Goodwin encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds to apply.