Lifestyle Carer

Transform lives, every single day 

Would you like to use your compassion and care for greater impact? At Anglicare Sydney, you can. And together, we will. 

We’re a well-respected not-for-profit that’s been serving society’s most vulnerable for 170 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support. 

As a Lifestyle Carer, you will make a difference that enriches lives and strengthens communities. In return for your dedication, you'll find genuine support, rewarding career opportunities, and the balance you need to thrive in all areas of your life. 

Your opportunity 

As a valued Lifestyle Carer at Melva McDonald Lodge in Rooty Hill, you will design and deliver engaging lifestyle programs that promote social interaction, emotional wellbeing, and a sense of purpose to our residents. 

With kindness and understanding, you will: 

• Facilitate group and individual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities  

• Support residents in maintaining independence and dignity through meaningful engagement  

• Collaborate with care teams to integrate lifestyle support into holistic care plans  

• Encourage participation and build strong relationships with residents and families  

What you’ll bring  
 

You are a warm, empathetic and creative individual who is passionate about enhancing the lives of older people. You share our values of integrity, justice, compassion and excellence.  

What’s required: 

• NDIS Workers Screening Check 

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, or Bachelors of Diploma in Health Science or Community Services 

• Current First Aid Certificate 

What’s preferred: 

• Experience in Aged Care and thorough knowledge of accreditation guidelines. 

• Lifestyle and activity facilitation skills. 

• Teamwork and collaboration with nurses, allied health professionals, and other carers. 

Why Anglicare Sydney? 

At Anglicare Sydney, you will belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds - people who respect you for you and genuinely care. You’ll also be surrounded by leaders and mentors who support you to grow your career and find the balance that’s right for you. 

On top of that, here are just some of the other benefits you will enjoy in a career with us: 

• Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life. 

• Pay less tax on your income and increase your take home pay for permanent employees. With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free. 

• Spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment also tax free with salary packaging. 

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to advance your career. 

• Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers. 

• Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family. 

Are you ready for a career that means more? 

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button and submit your application. 

As soon as you apply, you will be invited to a short interview via Chat, where you will be asked scenario-based questions relating to your experience and insights on personal care. You will be able to send your answers from the comfort of your own home via mobile phone or laptop/computer. 

Anglicare Sydney is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.