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. For 170 years Anglicare has been serving those in need - providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. Today we employ 6,000 staff and are blessed to serve alongside 1,500 volunteers. And now, we’re extending our reach and impact even further.
Your opportunity
As a valued Lifestyle Carer, you will design and deliver engaging lifestyle programs that promote social interaction, emotional wellbeing, and a sense of purpose for our residents. With kindness and creativity, 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. To thrive in this role, you will need:
Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, or Bachelors or Diploma in Health Science or Community Services.
NDIS Worker Screening Check (required).
Experience in planning and delivering lifestyle or recreational activities.
Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Valid NSW Driver’s Licence (preferred).
You will also have:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A positive, team-oriented attitude.
Ability to adapt activities to meet diverse needs and preferences.
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
For Permanent roles, pay less tax on your income and increase your take home pay. With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free
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 or submit your resumé and a cover letter via our application portal.
As soon as you apply, you will be invited to a short interview via Chat. You will be able to record 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.
Skills Required
- Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, or Bachelor or Diploma in Health Science or Community Services
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Experience in planning and delivering lifestyle or recreational activities
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Valid NSW Driver's Licence
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive, team-oriented attitude
- Ability to adapt activities to meet diverse needs and preferences
What We Do
Anglicare is a Christian not-for-profit organization that provides a wide range of community services, including aged care, disability support, foster care, and mental health services to individuals and families.
