Recreational Activities Officer
Make Every Day Meaningful
Join the caring team at United Protestant Association of NSW (UPA) and help create joyful, engaging, and meaningful experiences for older Australians.
About UPA
At UPA, we believe in having “our people by our side.” As a trusted not-for-profit aged care organisation supporting communities across NSW, we are passionate about delivering compassionate care, meaningful connections, and high-quality services.
With over 1,400 employees and services spanning Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Living, UPA continues to make a positive difference in the lives of the people we support every day.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a passionate and creative Recreational Activities Officer to join our team at Yeoval Hostel in the Western Region on a permanent part-time basis, including weekend availability.
In this rewarding role, you will enrich the lives of our residents through engaging lifestyle, wellbeing, social, and recreational programs that promote independence, connection, and happiness.
This is your opportunity to bring energy, compassion, and creativity into a role where every day truly matters.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Planning and delivering engaging social, cultural, and recreational activities
- Supporting residents’ emotional wellbeing, independence, and quality of life
- Encouraging participation and meaningful connections within the community
- Monitoring and evaluating lifestyle programs to ensure they meet residents’ needs
- Building positive relationships with residents, families, and team members
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (essential)
- Previous experience in aged care or a similar environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisation and time management abilities
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, email, smart phones, and digital devices
- Understanding of Aged Care Standards, Resident Rights, and WHS principles
- Ability to work independently and problem solve effectively
- Senior First Aid Certificate (desirable)
Why Join UPA?
At UPA, we value and support our people. In return for your dedication, we offer:
- Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging benefits
- Up to $15,900 tax-free living expenses plus $2,650 entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program
- Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Flexible work arrangements and work/life balance
- Ongoing training, education, and career development opportunities
- The opportunity to make a genuine impact in your local community
Pre-Employment Requirements
Successful applicants will be required to:
- Provide evidence of vaccinations in line with UPA’s Immunisation Policy, including COVID-19 and annual influenza vaccinations
- Complete a National Criminal History Check
- Undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Assessment
Employment is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about improving the lives of older people and creating meaningful experiences every day, we would love to hear from you.
Please click Apply Now and submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
For a confidential discussion or a copy of the position description, please contact the UPA Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
To learn more about UPA, visit UPA NSW
