Lifestyle Assistant | Aged Care - Kangaroo Flat (Bendigo)

At Estia Health, we’re more than just a workplace: we’re a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you’re passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to hear from you.

Everyday, over 14,000 employees choose to make a difference at Estia Health, sharing a joint purpose to enrich and celebrate the lives of our residents. With 94 homes (and growing), across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, you will play a part in positively impacting the lives of our residents and their families.

Join us in playing a special role in the future of aged care.

About Our Home

Located in Kangaroo Flat, just minutes from the heart of Bendigo, our home offers a warm, welcoming environment with a strong sense of community and a supportive team. We’re passionate about creating meaningful, engaging experiences for our residents each and every day.

This is a great opportunity for those based in the Bendigo region seeking a role close to home. Due to shift work requirements, we encourage applicants to consider their commute and availability.

About the Role

In this hands-on and rewarding role, you’ll deliver fun, engaging lifestyle activities that help residents feel connected, valued and supported.

Alongside some aspects of personal care, you’ll spend meaningful time with residents — getting to know their interests, supporting their wellbeing, and creating activities that bring enjoyment to their day.

Please note: Internally, this role is known as Personal Care Worker – Wellbeing.

Experience & Skills

• Experience as a PCA, or previous experience in a Lifestyle role

• Interest in lifestyle, wellbeing or activity-based work

• Ability to engage residents in meaningful activities

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Ability to follow care plans and resident preferences

• Team player with a collaborative approach

• Genuine passion for resident wellbeing

• Certificate IV in Lifestyle & Leisure (or similar) highly regarded

What We Look For

• A carer ready for a more social, lifestyle-focused role

• Someone who enjoys connection, not just task-based care

• A creative thinker with ideas to engage residents

• A warm, friendly personality who builds rapport easily

• Passion for making a real difference every day

• Reliable and flexible to support shift work

Why This Role is Different

• Step away from traditional, task-focused care

• Focus on connection, conversation and engagement

• Use your care skills in a more social and creative way

• Build experience in lifestyle and wellbeing programs

• Join a supportive, close-knit Bannockburn team

• Work closer to home in a growing local community

Benefits available:

• Discounted gym memberships at Goodlife and Fitness First

• Retail savings with the Blue Light Card

• Discounted car hire

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

• Free Wellbeing App to support your mental and physical health

• Novated leasing for vehicles

• Workplace banking support

• ACN membership discounts for nurses

• Discounted health insurance with nib health

• Discounted JB HiFi

As one of the largest and fastest growing aged care providers in Australia, we need exceptional people to join us on our journey of providing high quality person centered aged care and services. If this is you, Apply now!

Estia Health is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. If you need assistance to participate in our application process, please let us know.

Please be advised that we do not accept emailed applications for this position. To apply, simply click the 'Apply' button and follow the instructions provided.

Note: All shortlisted applicants will need to pass the required background checks. During the influenza season, all staff are required to provide evidence of a current influenza vaccination. If you are interested in a role, please ensure you apply online, as we do not accept emailed resumes.