BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organization that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nations most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.About the roleAs the Recreational Activities Officer, you will drive the engagement and participation of residents into a range of social, recreational and cultural activities, as well as mental health and wellbeing programs that empower our residents choices and independence. In running recreational activity programs, you will ensure individual residents needs, values, spiritual and cultural preferences are taken into account.ExperienceYou have completed Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (or willing to complete)Experience working with people with Dementia (highly desirable)You hold a current NSW/ACT Drivers License and will be able to take clients on outingsSenior First Aid Certificate is essentialYou have previous experience in caring for the elderly within an Aged or Community Care settingYou have highly developed organisation and time management skillsYou have an understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and OutcomesKintyre LodgeLocated in the vibrant regional city of Dubbo, BaptistCare Kintyre Lodge is a welcoming, homely aged care home, offering 81 single bedrooms.The Lodge, which is located next to BaptistCare Kintyre Retirement Village, offers 24-hour care and support to residents, catering to all needs and requirements including residential respite. The home also features a specialised Memory Care Wing for residents living with dementia or Alzheimers disease.Our lifestyle team at Kintyre Lodge runs a fun and stimulating leisure activities program which includes bingo, exercise classes, craft, games, and outings, with the option for residents to participate as much or as little as they like.All meals are cooked fresh onsite by our professional catering team, with a variety of nutritionally balanced menu options available each day.CulturePeople enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help. With us you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career youll love, and join a team who make a difference. Our 4000 staff are our most important resource and we take you and your career seriously. We want to provide you with a working environment and culture that supports you in your career journey and growth.BenefitsSalary packaging + meal and entertainment cardAccess to in-house and online training programsFitness PassportMedibank Health Insurance - corporate discountSupportive, positive team environmentAccess to family-friendly benefits like our wellness program. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Care Taker Employee Job in Baptist Care, Australia