Creative Lifestyle Coordinator

Inspire. Engage. Create. – Be the Heart of Our Community!

Full-Time Role (76 hours fortnight) | Innovate in Aged Care Lifestyle Programs

Lutheran Services is seeking a Creative Lifestyle Coordinator to join our Northridge Aged Care team in Toowoomba. In this role, you will design and lead dynamic programs that enrich the lives of aged care residents.

Who We Are – A Legacy of Care & Connection:
At Lutheran Services, we believe that aged care is about more than just support, it’s about enhancing lives. As a not-for-profit organisation & With 11 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and support across Queensland. Since 1935, we have been serving communities with compassion, innovation, and excellence, providing meaningful experiences that foster independence and joy.

Part of Lutheran Services, Northridge Aged Care facility offers you a chance to work somewhere that feels like a community - it's warm and friendly. Our facility has been a part of the Toowoomba community since 1935. At Northridge we offer peace of mind for the people we care for and their families and friends, with the personalised care.

Your Role – Creating Experiences That Matter:

• Develop and implement engaging, person-centered programs tailored to residents’ creative and social interests.
• Build strong community connections, bringing in volunteers, artists, musicians, and cultural groups to enhance resident experiences.
• Lead and mentor a team of Lifestyle Facilitators and Volunteers, ensuring they are supported, valued, and engaged.
• Manage volunteer recruitment, training, and development, fostering a thriving and motivated volunteer community.
• Evaluate and refine programs, ensuring they align with residents’ interests and contribute to their overall wellbeing.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Experience designing, facilitating, and evaluating engaging group activities and events.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills to motivate volunteers and connect with residents.
• A passion for building community engagement and fostering meaningful experiences.
• A formal qualification in Leisure & Lifestyle, Arts, Music, Drama, Dance Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or a related field.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Above Award Wages with a brand new EA
• Access to Salary Packaging – enjoy up to $15,990 of your salary tax-free!
• Opportunities for skills and career growth- we support additional study with time off and some paid support. Move into other areas of care- diversional therapy, nursing or home and community care to name a few
• Employee Assistance Program, supplier discounts across health insurance and electricity and gas providers as well as appliances and holidays!

To Apply for the role, please attach your resume, complete the application form and the questions below. For a copy of the position description please click here.