Why become part of the St Vincent’s Care family? 

Because you’re like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place. Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients. And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support. 

For more than 175 years, St Vincent’s Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aikenhead continues to inspire our work today. 

At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family. 

About the Opportunity: 

We are looking for a special kind of person – a St Vincent’s kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do. 

A casual position has become available for a Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant to be part of an experienced, engaged and dedicated team helping to create a welcoming, professional and supportive care experience for the residents of St Vincent’s Care Carseldine. 

Things that work for us: 

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health with 1 year experience or other qualifications suited to a leisure and lifestyle / diversional therapy role with a minimum of 3 years’ experience 

• Experience in an aged care facility, developing Leisure programs including working with dementia clients 

• Previous experience in managing small teams  

• Ability to be able to work casually as needed, between Monday and Friday 

• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills 

• Ability to follow directives as per care plan 

• Understanding of Aged Care and resident rights and responsibilities 

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)

• NDIS Worker Screening Check may be a requirement of this role 

Things that work for you: 

• Opportunity to join a modern residence redefining the expectations of aged care 

• Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum 

• Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision 

• Friendly team environment with a great community care spirit 

• Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service 

• No cost uniforms and training 

• Free annual flu vaccination 

• Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families 

• Access to the Fitness Passport (FP) 

Reconciliation Action Plan 

St Vincent’s Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s unique perspectives, knowledge, and cultural. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.