Burger Centre offers a diverse range of leisure programs for older people to continue to feel connected with the community with a strong sense of purpose and fulfilment. The programs on offer include Respite for Carers, Social Support and Wellness. The Burger Centre is located in Randwick. The Centre is a joint partnership between Montefiore and Jewish Care and is funded by Communal and Commonwealth Home Support Program Funding.

Burger Centre is looking for Casual Diversional Therapists who can facilitate programs in the Eastern Suburbs and North Shore. You should be able to work minimum 3 days per week (non-consecutive days) over school/university holiday periods and willing to travel to the Eastern Suburbs and North Shore.

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed persons to join our team working with Seniors. You will be responsible for facilitating a range of social and leisure activities across a range of cognitive, cultural, creative, physical, spiritual and social domains. The successful applicants will have a strong person centre contemporary approach to delivery of service.

The salary is based on the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2010, the salary is dependent on qualifications and experience.

Desired Skills and Experience

Essential

• Qualifications in Diversional Therapy / Certificate IV in Leisure & Health/Certificate III in Individual support/Aged Care/ Creative Therapies;
• A current First Aid Certificate including CPR;
• Experience working with people living with Dementia or other cognitive impairments;
• Excellent communications skills;
• Strong Computer skills including Office Suite as well as Client Management System;
• Program planning and facilitation;
• Person Centre approach;

Desirable

• Minimum 3 years’ experience;
• Dance Wise © qualification/Gentle Exercise for Seniors;
• An understanding of Jewish culture and traditions;
• Current LR Drivers Licence.

Please address the above criteria in your Cover Letter.

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If you are passionate about making a difference to older peoples’ daily lives with attention to detail, driven by creativity we look forward to receiving your application.

!!! Please note that all shortlisted applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and visa check (if applicable) and have COVID 19 and Flu Vaccines.