As a Lifestyle Therapist, not only will you be working for one of Queensland's largest not-for-profits, you will also be contributing to the health and well-being of our senior residents with dementia, providing them with the greatest possible lifestyle programs. No two days are the same in this creatively diverse and rewarding role.

• Part-time- tell us your availability
• $26+/hr + super + up to $15,900 in salary packaging
• Annual leave + leave loading
• Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners
• Positive Wellbeing Model of Care

About the role

The Lifestyle Therapist is responsible for determining and delivering therapist activities which enhances the psychological, spiritual, social and physical well-being of residents. This role supports residents with dementia.

In this highly varied role you will:

• Develop and deliver one-on-one, small and large group leisure and recreational activities;
• Support residents to participate in activities and build relationships; attend to the personal care needs of clients/residents as required;
• Assess resident needs and develop person-centred care plans and activities;
• Review and measure the effectiveness of lifestyle programs and activities; amend to make changes and improvements:
• Maintain accurate documentation of activities; record individual resident-focused information in care documentation;

About you

You are a dynamic and motivated individual who thrives on innovation when it comes to enriching the lives of the elderly. Whether it be a concert at the facility or a day out on the bus, your main goals are to motivate, inspire and involve the residents. You have excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills. You have a fun-loving nature along with compassion and understanding of individual needs.

In order to be successful in this role your knowledge, skills, qualifications should include:

• Certificate IV in Leisure & Health or a min. Certificate Level III in any area of dementia, neurological disorder, intellectual impairment, music, arts, massage or other qualification related to diversional therapy;
• Light Rigid Bus Licence (Class LR) or ability to acquire this licence within three months of commencement;
• Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a current National Police Certificate;
• Provide evidence of a current Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 vaccinations.

Imagine working for us

We offer over 200 services in more than 100 communities, positively impacting around 45,000 lives each year. Our care services range from children, youth and family services, early intervention and protection, affordable housing, and seniors and support living, making us one of Australia's largest, most diverse not-for-profit organisations.

Gracehaven Aged Care Community is a 115-bed residential care service offering a range of personal care, therapies and accommodation. Located in Bundaberg, a community focused town with abundant National Parks and the Great Barrier Reef, this is a rewarding career with a lifestyle to match!

Our values encourage us to be accepting of differences and embrace all. Our size and variety offer you real choice and opportunities to grow your career.

To apply

To apply for this position please click the Apply button. For further information, please contact Wendy Cross on 07 4153 8000.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all our positions.

Applications will be reviewed as submitted.