See firsthand the impact you have on the residents of the North Rockhampton Centre as the Recreational Officer!

This role involves creating personalised lifestyle programs for residents by assessing their needs and incorporating holistic, emotionally supportive principles. You will facilitate engaging activities suitable for all residents, including those with dementia, while maintaining accurate records and managing recreational equipment.

Join us to make a meaningful impact in residents' lives while benefiting off a great work/life balance accompanied with QH benefits!

Multiple positions available | Full or Part Time (hours negotiable).

Job details

About us:

North Rockhampton Nursing Centre (NRNC) caters for those who are unable to live independently at home for a variety of reasons. It is home to over 120 residents and is spread over three wings:

• Cecil Pritchard Wing
• Ivy Baker Wing
• Westwood Wing

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About the role:

Design, implement and evaluate a variety of recreational, diversional and social activities to improve or maintain the physical and mental function of the residents of the NRNC.

• Assess the needs of individual residents and plan individual lifestyle programs in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Implement and evaluate activities appropriate to needs of aged care residents, including those residents with dementia.
• Assist residents to undertake recreational or leisure activities to ensure their wellbeing and safety.
• Provide assistance and on-the-job training for volunteers, visitors and students on placement who assist with the activities program.
• Liaise and network with community groups and organisations in order to maintain resident contact and involvement with the local community.

About you:

While not mandatory, it is highly desirable that the applicant possess or be working towards one of the following qualifications:

• Advanced Certificate in Disability Studies
• Certificate IV in Health and Community Services (Diversional Therapy)
• Certificate IV in Community Services (Community Work)
• Certificate IV in Diversional Therapy
• Certificate IV in Community Services – Leisure and Lifestyle
• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
• Trade level equivalent qualifications

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $82,130 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $34.53 - $36.30 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5E636979

Applications close: Wednesday, 28 May 2025

#Rockhampton

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with the Health Practitioner and Dental Officers (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 3) 2019.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK5E636979 - Recreational Officer (PDF, 337KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants