Join Sundale as a Lifestyle Assistant!
Palmwoods | Part Time | Tuesday to Friday | Make a Real Impact Every Day
Looking for a meaningful role where you can bring creativity, connection and care to the lives of older Australians?
With more than 60 years of service across aged care, community care, retirement communities and affordable housing, Sundale is committed to empowering Queenslanders to live their best lives — and that includes our team members.
We are seeking a passionate and reliable Lifestyle Assistant to join our team at our Palmwoods residential facility on a part-time basis, working Tuesday to Friday.
Why Sundale?
At Sundale, we live by our values:
- Care – Creating quality and meaningful experiences for everyone in the Sundale community
- Connection – Listening and responding to the needs of others
- Creativity – Finding better, innovative ways to do things and be part of our community
We offer a supportive, people-first workplace where your contribution truly matters.
About the Role
As a Lifestyle Assistant, you will support the delivery of therapeutic recreation services under the guidance of the Recreation Coordinator. You will play an important role in developing, delivering and observing goal-oriented programs that meet the leisure, social and therapeutic needs of residents.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating meaningful experiences, building strong relationships and supporting residents to participate in activities that enhance quality of life, wellbeing and connection.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with the design and delivery of therapeutic recreation and lifestyle programs tailored to residents’ strengths, interests and needs
- Support residents to participate in meaningful activities, both within the facility and the broader community
- Observe resident participation and provide feedback to the Recreation Coordinator to support assessments and progress reviews
- Maintain accurate documentation relating to resident participation, program outcomes and interventions
- Work collaboratively with residents, families, volunteers and other Sundale team members
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive and resident-focused environment
- Uphold Sundale’s standards, values, policies and commitment to safe work practices
About You
You will bring warmth, empathy and creativity to your work, with a genuine passion for supporting older people to live their best lives. You will be confident communicating with residents, families and colleagues, and enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
You will also have:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to build rapport with residents, families and team members
- A creative and flexible approach to activity planning and delivery
- Good time management and documentation skills
- A commitment to person-centred care and meaningful engagement
- A collaborative and professional approach to teamwork
Required Qualifications or Certificates
- Certificate IV in Leisure and Health preferred, or current enrolment with previous experience as a Recreational Activities Officer, Lifestyle Officer or in a relevant field
- National Police Check
- Pre-employment medical assessment
Sundale Values Its Team Members and Provides a Comprehensive Range of Benefits
- Above-award wage rates
- Additional 5% superannuation above the Superannuation Guarantee
- Salary packaging: up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 for meals and entertainment
- Annual leave loading: 17.5% for eligible full-time and pro-rated part-time employees
- Generous leave entitlements: 5 weeks annual leave for full-time employees, pro-rated for part-time
- Paid parental leave: 6 weeks for eligible full-time and pro-rated part-time team members
- Exclusive perks: discounts, financial tips and wellbeing resources via our Flare platform
- Access to car salary packaging
- Private health discounts
- EAP support: access to confidential support services
- Referral bonus: up to $300 for every successful referral
- Uniforms provided
- Career progression and development opportunities
Make a Real Difference Every Day
As a Lifestyle Assistant, your work will have a direct impact on the wellbeing, enjoyment and daily experiences of residents. Through creativity, compassion and connection, you’ll help create moments that matter.
If you value purpose, teamwork and meaningful engagement, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Now
Apply today or visit our careers page for more information about careers with Sundale.
We review applications as they are received — apply early to avoid missing out.
We Embrace Diversity
Sundale welcomes applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
