Community Services - Canterbury Centre | Lifestyle / Activities Officer
Make a real impact in the lives of older adults throughmeaningful programs and community connection.
Are you warm, energetic, and passionate about helping peoplefeel supported and engaged? Do you love planning and leadinginclusive, meaningful activities? Join BASScare as a ProgramAssistant and help create vibrant experiences for older adults atour Community Centre in Canterbury.
About the Role
In this hands-on role, you'll help plan and deliver a widevariety of activities and events—from group learning sessionsand community dining to outings and special celebrations. You'llwork closely with clients to promote social connection,independence, and wellbeing, all while being part of a friendly andsupportive team.
This is a Permanent Part-time role, 21 hours per week.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Deliver engaging programs that foster creativity,connection, and a sense of purpose.
* Research and present meaningful topics that sparkconversation, curiosity, and learning.
* Create a warm, welcoming environment by greeting clientsand visitors, building relationships, and making sure everyonefeels included.
* Support client transport to and from the Community Centreand on outings across greater Melbourne, ensuring a safe andenjoyable experience.
* Collaborate with a passionate team to develop and enhanceprograms based on client interests, feedback, and ideas.
About You
* You're compassionate, enthusiastic, and enjoy working withpeople from all walks of life.
* You have strong communication and presentation skills.
* You're comfortable driving a 12-seat minibus and assistingclients with mobility needs.
* You're proactive, organised, and enjoy working bothindependently and as part of a team.
* A current driver’s licence and willingness to drive a12-seat minibus
* Confidence using a computer, phone, and GPS navigationtools
* Current First Aid certificate and Police Check
Highly Desirable
* Experience in aged care, disability, or communityservices
* Certificate III in Aged Care or Certificate IV in Leisureand Health (or similar)
Why Join BASScare?
BASScare is a not-for-profit organisation providing a range ofservices that support older people to live well and stay connectedto their community. We offer meals-on-wheels, residential andrespite care, dementia-specific services, retirement living, andcommunity-based programs at our day centres in Ashburton andCanterbury.
What We Offer
* Salary packaging to boost your take-home pay (enjoy up to$15,900 in general living expenses and an additional $2,650 inmeal and entertainment benefits)
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Free onsite parking and close to public transport
* Supportive, inclusive team culture
* Regular social events and staff recognition perks
Ready to Apply?
Attach your resume and a short cover letter outlining how youmeet the criteria in the “About You” section.
Thank you for considering a career at BASScare. We can’twait to meet you!
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