• Are you a passionate person who enjoys caring for others? We want you!
• Join a progressive & supportive organisation.
• Permanent Full time available.

We are seeking applications from compassionate and caring individuals. This role is all about bring meaning to our residents day to day living. Bring your energy and passion for enriching the lives of older Australians into this fun, dynamic and varied role!

Reporting to the Residential Manager you will be a valuable member of the care team responsible for overseeing the activities program for residents, enhancing their psychological, social, and physical wellbeing. The successful candidate will require the willingness and capability to lead and work within a team whilst also having the ability to engage a dynamic activity program, which will excite residents, staff and visitors.

The role position is located at Carinity Brownesholme, Carinity’s new residential Aged Care site is located in Highfields, just a short drive from Toowoomba and close to all amenities. Carinity’s new Brownesholme facility is designed and equipped with modern design concepts and technology to support residential care.

Who is Carinity?

Carinity is a not-for-profit, values-driven organisation, which has been making a real difference in people’s lives since 1949 through comprehensive and integrated community services including residential aged care, retirement living, home care, schools, disability support, counselling, youth accommodation and chaplaincy in hospitals and prisons.

For more information about Carinity, please go to our website carinity.org.au.

What do I need for the role?

• Previous experience in a similar role in an Aged Care environment developing leisure programs.
• Demonstrated understanding of Person Centred Care.
• Ability to complete documentation including assessments.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate with residents, relative’s, staff and visitors.
• Compassion and a genuine interest in caring for the elderly, supporting their dignity and independence.

The bonuses of joining the Carinity team

• Feel like part of the family working with a supportive locally based coordination and care team.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for our staff and their immediate family.
• Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options (pay less tax).
• Join one of Queensland’s largest, and most experienced, aged care providers.
• be part of a value driven organisation, with a culture of caring for others.
• Ongoing training and development to reach your full potential.

How do I apply?

Carinity is after motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to working with Carinity to make a real difference. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Click 'Apply Now' and include a brief cover letter and Resume that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences.

To view more information, including the position description, visit carinity.org.au/join-our-team.

Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

For further information only please contact Carinity Wishart Gardens on 07 3347 8800 during business hours.