Diversional Therapist / Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences and enhancing the quality of life of older people?

Buckland is a respected provider of aged care services located in Springwood in the Lower Blue Mountains. Our mission is to provide respectful and dignified care and services that acknowledge the individuality and value of every resident.

We are seeking a passionate, creative, organised and experienced Diversional Therapist / Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator to lead our Leisure and Lifestyle program and team.

About the role

This is a full-time, Monday-to-Friday leadership position responsible for overseeing the delivery of Buckland’s Leisure and Lifestyle program.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead and support the Diversional Therapy and Leisure and Lifestyle team, coordinate volunteers and student placements, and develop innovative, person-centred programs that enhance residents’ psychological, physical, emotional and social wellbeing.

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following;

• Experience in Diversional Therapy, Leisure and Lifestyle or a related field
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence using technology and digital platforms
• Knowledge of person-centred care and the Aged Care Quality Standards
• A relevant Certificate IV qualification — desirable
• A current First Aid and CPR certificate — desirable
• Musical, craft or gardening skills — favourably considered

Your duties and responsibilities will include the following;

• Leading, supervising and supporting the DT/DTA and Leisure and Lifestyle team, including coordinating daily duties, activities and workloads
• Designing, developing and maintaining monthly activity calendars and programs
• Planning individual and group activities, events, entertainment and outings
• Coordinating volunteers and student placements
• Using technology to create engaging activities and professional digital resources
• Building positive relationships with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team
• Maintaining program documentation, evaluations and regulatory compliance 

Other aspects that would be favourably considered:

• Ability to play a musical instrument, craft or gardening skills

What we offer at Buckland:

• Salary Sacrifice options available
• On-going learning and development opportunities
• A great working environment with a supportive team
• Immediate start available

This is the opportunity you have been waiting for. We can’t wait to hear from you!

To learn more about working at Buckland Aged Care please visit our website: https://www.buckland-rv.com.au/

In order to be considered for employment candidates are required to provide a NDIS Workers Clearance.

Please note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.