Lifestyle Assistant PPT - Dellacourt

POSITION DESCRIPTION LIFESTYLE ASSISTANT Position:         PPT - 35hr/wk.  Supervises:    Volunteers                         Care recipients Internal Liaisons:      Facility Manager, Lifestyle Team, Unit Manager’s, Care & Nursing staff, Care recipients, Community staff, Volunteers, Pastoral Care team, Hotel Services Supervisor, Allied Health staff, Administration, Hairdresser and Maintenance Staff. External Liaisons:     Relatives, Allied Health providers, Podiatrist, Diversional Therapy associations and local Diversional Therapy network. The Role Lifestyle Assistants are part of the lifestyle team and are responsible for the implementation, supervision and management of care recipient Lifestyle activities. This will involve regular consultation with care recipients on their lifestyle choices including evaluating the effectiveness of these programs and updating as required along with communication to the Team Leader of any changes. The role embraces programs that enhance the quality of life of care recipients and clients in all programs offered at our Facilities, including any special needs area, high care area, day club and respite care.  The role also involves communication relating to the resources allocated to the program, care recipient needs and volunteer management with the Team Leader. Position Objectives To support and implement the Mission, Philosophy and Values of Lutheran Aged Care Provide direct assistance with the physical, mental and recreational activities of care recipients to maintain their independence and individual lifestyle To work according to the Policies, Procedures and Work Practices of the Organization and Dellacourt specifically To operate within relevant legislative framework To maintain all relevant documentation To support WHS Acts & Regulations including adherence to policies, contributing in the consultative process and reporting all hazards and incidents as required Attend relevant meetings & education sessions Participate in Quality Improvements programs Maintain care recipient confidentiality     Knowledge, Skills and Experience   Essential Desirable Possession of qualifications (Certificate IV minimum) in Diversional Therapy, Leisure and Lifestyle or other such qualifications as may be deemed relevant. Yes   Current knowledge of and experience in aged care Yes   Proven understanding of the needs of older people in a residential aged care setting Yes   High level of communication (Oral and written) Yes   Knowledge of clinical/medical issues relevant to older people   Yes Competent computer skills Yes   Experience at organising events/activities   Yes   KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Communication Regular liaison with Lifestyle Coordinator on programs, care recipient reviews and volunteer management issues. Liaison with stakeholders, see internal liaisons above, on issues linked to the lifestyle program. Liaison with relatives on care recipient’s social needs and in promoting involvement in the activities program. Good written and verbal expression. Provide reports and articles for newsletters from time to time as required. Education/Training Demonstrated education and training in aged care Organisational Coordinate own work routine and care recipient activities as scheduled Complete all required documentation, with responsibility for care recipient social profiles Prepare, communicate and regularly review care recipient programs to meet their individual needs. Prepare reports as required Ensure office, work and store areas are kept neat & tidy   Team Work as a member of LAC Team to implement the organisations philosophy Meet with team at staff meetings and training sessions & contribute to the effective operation of the organisation Assist in setting and achieving group goals Communicate concerns/ issues as they arise Enterprise Demonstrate initiative Organize own work schedules Follow up on identified issues regarding care recipients Technology Maintain equipment in ready condition for use Train others in use of equipment as requested Communicate resource needs for your program Financial Maintain the Lifestyle Petty Case records & ensure that all monies are accounted for. Ensure timely processing to Accounts department of any invoices or accounts received. Personal Qualities Professional presentation Punctual, honest and reliable Able to work as part of a team Empathy for and interest in older people   Additional Requirements Current NDIS Worker Screening Check 3x Covid Vaccinations (Any year) Flu Vaccinations (Current year)