We're Hiring!

Respect Aged Care are currently seeking a caring, organised, and motivated Social Care Assistant to join our team at Riverside Gardens. This is aCasual opportunity for someone who enjoys working with older people and making a meaningful impact on their daily lives. The ideal candidate will be proactive, a strong communicator, and passionate about delivering engaging and inclusive lifestyle programs.

About Respect:

Since 1922, Respect Aged Care has proudly supported older Australians through high-quality care and a strong sense of community. We are a not-for-profit organisation that believes everyone deserves to live with dignity and respect.

Headquartered in Tasmania, our organisation is growing rapidly, with aged care homes, retirement villages, and home care services supporting thousands of residents and staff across most states in Australia.

Role Overview

The Social Care Assistant is responsible for facilitating a variety of individual, group, and community-based lifestyle activities tailored to the physical, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of our residents. You will play a key role in promoting wellbeing, inclusion, and enjoyment within the home.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or a related discipline
• Current National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

• Empathy and sensitivity towards residents from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication skills when engaging with residents, families, staff, and visitors

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Document social profiles of new residents and assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating individual social care plans
• Contribute to the planning, coordination, and delivery of group and individual activities
• Maintain and manage resources for the activities program
• Prepare and distribute newsletters, activity notices, and related correspondence
• Support the Social Care Co-Ordinator and General Manager in coordinating and supervising volunteers
• Undertake other appropriate duties aligned with your skills, as directed by the organisation

What We Offer

• A meaningful role where you can positively impact the lives of older Australians
• Supportive team culture within a purpose-driven organisation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities