Description:
- Casual position available
- Located in Busselton
- Work in a supportive, vibrant setting that values your creativity and passion
Why join us?
- Salary packaging available for eligible employees
- Values based organisation
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts at JB HI-FI & The Good Guys
- Discounts on health insurance through HBF or Medibank
- Access to our Wellness Program
- A supportive and friendly work environment where your contributions are valued
About your new role:
We are seeking a Leisure & Therapy Partner to join our team in Albany. You will help promote the physical and emotional well-being of residents, by partnering with them to be involved in the meaningful activities of their life. Your responsibilities will include:
- Partnering with the allied health team to support residents in maintaining optimal functional abilities.
- Actively support residents to use and develop their abilities to engage in activities meaning to residents.
- Ensure safe and sound work practices that comply with Work, Health and Safety policies.
- Follow residents' care plans in the provision of person-centered support during therapeutic activities.
- Encourage and support family participation in the everyday life of their family member.
Skills and Experience
- Experience dealing with dementia clients and residents in relation to leisure and therapeutic activities preferred but not required
- Cert III in Allied Health is desirable but not required
- Commitment to providing a customer-centric approach
- Able to work collaboratively and flexibly in a team environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation 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 nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.