JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Position Title: Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator
Classification Code:
WHA3
Type of Appointment:
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Permanent
Casual
Other
Term
Division: Country Health SA
Branch: Southern Operations Group
Section: Gumeracha District Soldiers’
Memorial Hospital
Position Number: NAG005; NAG026
Position Created:
Job & Person Specification Approval
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CE or delegate
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PREAMBLE:
Underpinning the Department of Health Strategic Directions are the agreed values that
reflect honesty, respect and integrity for every individual. These values drive how we
conduct our business and how we behave. We aim to make the values “live”. It is important
that we incorporate the values into our behaviour systems and processes.
The Department has a “Commitment to Workplace Values” attached to Job and Person
Specifications that all staff are required to uphold. (Please refer to the back of this document).
Australia has one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse populations in the world.
Having a diverse workforce (inclusive of bi-lingual, bi-cultural and employees who have a
disability) can enhance the department’s ability to negotiate with, and meet the needs of, the
full range of its clients and customers. Such employees also add to the diversity of the
workforce, and give added opportunities to fully capitalise on difference as a valuable asset
in an increasingly competitive environment.
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JOB SPECIFICATION
1.
Summary of the broad purpose of the position in relation to the organisation's
goals:
The Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of activities through
the development, implementation and evaluation of a recreational and therapeutic
Diversional Therapy Activities program aimed at enhancing quality of life for the residents.
The Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator will promote resident’s independence by facilitating
their involvement in programs designed to maximise their potential, allowing each person
progressive and maximum decision making.
The Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator will encourage an enthusiastic and positive attitude in
staff, clients and volunteers towards health maintenance/promotion and will encourage and
develop client participation in planning, organising and assessing Diversional Therapy
Activities.
2.
Reporting/Working Relationships
(to whom the person reports, staff for whom the person is
responsible and other significant connections and working relationships within the organisation).
The Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator is responsible to the Executive Officer/ Director of
Nursing through the Clinical Service Coordinator.
The programs are coordinated in consultation with the Clinical Service Coordinator, Nursing
and Direct Care staff and the Residents/Relatives.
The Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator is accountable to self, residents/relatives and peers
for professional standards of practice.
The Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator maintains a close working relationship with all staff
across the Health Service.
3.
Special Conditions. (such as non-metropolitan location, travel requirements, etc)
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Will be required to produce a satisfactory National Police Certificate/National Police
History Records Check prior to confirmation of appointment and every 3 years
thereafter from date of issue.
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The incumbent may be required to enter into an annual performance agreement for
the achievement of (specific or service or program) outcomes.
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Must possess a current driver’s licence and be willing to drive a health service vehicle.
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4.
Statement of Key Outcomes and Activities
(group into major areas of responsibility/activity and list
in descending order of importance - continue on next page)
4.1
Provide and coordinate an Activity/Diversional Therapy program for the
residents by:
 Assessing each resident’s ability to participate in activities
 Organising and delivering a range of activities suitable to residents needs, desires
and cognitive abilities
 Ensuring that adequate equipment, facilities and personnel are available to
successfully and safely conduct activities
 Implement and complete necessary and appropriate documentation
 Provide support and assistance to volunteers as required
4.2
Maintain and continually improve quality service delivery by:
 Attending team meetings
 Contributing to the effective operations of the team
 Participating in team planning, implementation and evaluation of activities
 Participating in education and staff development programs
 Participating in performance appraisal
 Assisting in research, policy planning and resource development programs
 Fostering consistent and comprehensive standards of service and program delivery
according to Standards
 Actively participating in accreditation processes
 Identifying areas of operational efficiency.
4.4 As an employee of Gumeracha District Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital the incumbent is
required to:
 Maintain confidentiality and privacy in matters pertaining to patients, residents,
visitors and staff
 Maintain a helpful and co-operative attitude towards patients, residents, families,
visitors and staff
 Conduct all interpersonal relationships with respect, courtesy and concern for
individual
 Function in accordance with the Health Service policies and legislation
 Contribute to the promotion and implementation of the General Public Sector
management aims, personnel management standards and employee conduct
standards and in particular Equal Opportunity and Occupational Health Safety and
Welfare by adhering to the provisions of relevant legislative requirements
 Demonstrate “best practice” principles in relation to Infection Control
 Participate in Accreditation Activities relevant to the organisation
 Participate in annual Staff performance Appraisal
 Maintain a clean, neat and orderly workplace
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 Be punctual
 Contribute to the well-being of people in South Australia through participation in
Counter Disaster activities including attendance, as required, at training programs
and exercises to develop necessary skills required to participate in responses in the
event of a disaster and/or major incident
 Adhere to the SA Public Sector Employees Code of Conduct
 Accept responsibility and accountability for adequately managing the official records
he/she creates and receives according to relevant legislation, polices and
procedures.
Approved by Line Manager:
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Acknowledged by Occupant:
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Those characteristics considered absolutely
necessary)
PLEASE NOTE:
Educational/Vocational Qualifications (include only those listed in Commissioner’s
Standard 2, Attachment C as an essential qualification for the specified classification
group)
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Certificate 3 (or equivalent ) in Aged Care
Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: (related to the job description and expressed in a way which
allows objective assessment):
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Demonstrated ability to provide and coordinate activities for the older person.
Empathy and understanding of the frail aged and their needs irrespective of their culture
and background.
Uses and promotes effective communication and interpersonal skills with management,
staff, residents and their families.
Ability to function as a part of a team.
Ability to work with minimum supervision, utilizing initiative and/or judgement to ensure
the timely completion of tasks and activities.
Experience
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Experience in working with elderly people
Experience in activity programs with older people or people with disabilities.
Knowledge
Knowledge of:
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Assessment procedures.
Awareness of basic needs of elderly people and the aging process
Knowledge of Standards and Guidelines for Residential Care.
DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS (To distinguish between applicants who have met all essential
requirements)
Educational/Vocational Qualifications ((include only those listed in Commissioner’s
Standard 2, Attachment C, as an essential qualification for the specified classification
group)
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Member of Diversional Therapy Association
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Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: (related to the job description and expressed in a way
which allows objective assessment):
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Aged Care
Community services.
Experience
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Aged Care
Community services
Knowledge
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Holds or is working towards a relevant qualification in Diversional Therapy
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COMMITMENT TO WORKPLACE VALUES
The Department of Health values have an influence on the people we employ
Every organisation has values that govern the way people are treated and the way
decisions are made. The Department’s Strategic Plan identifies the values that guide
our behaviours. These behaviours apply to all employees and govern the way people
in the organisation are treated, the way decisions are made and how we provide our
services.
These values are used in day to day communication and interaction between all employees
and are linked to the whole of government Code of Conduct, Performance Development,
Job and Person Specifications and Department of Health Employment Conditions.
Department of Health Organisational Values are:
Honesty
We show honesty by speaking truthfully, within the boundaries of confidentiality. This is
shown in our dealings within the Department and with our consumers and partners by:
saying what we mean and meaning what we say, keeping our promises, telling the truth
tactfully, providing honest feedback and answers and admitting to mistakes.
Respect
We show respect by speaking and acting with courtesy. We treat others with dignity and
use culturally appropriate ways of communicating. This is shown in our dealings within
the Department and with our consumers and partners by: treating everyone fairly,
communicating so people can understand, listening to others, and seeking and providing
feedback.
Integrity
We show integrity by honouring our values and the rules of our department, government
and nation. This is shown in our dealings within the department and with our consumers
and partners by: doing the right thing, abiding by the values, standing up for what we
believe in, and taking responsibility for our mistakes.
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I ___________________________________ have the ability and commitment to
behave consistently with the stated values of the Department of Health.
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Signature
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Please complete and return attached to your application to the nominated person
“The right people with the right skills in the right place at the right time”
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