Wantirna, VIC, Australia, 3152

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Your Care, Their Smile – Start Your Journey with VMCH
Casual Hours Available | Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Based at our Multicultural Wellness Centre in Wantirna

About the Role

Based at our Multicultural Wellness Centre in Wantirna, this role supports the delivery of engaging, culturally responsive programs for older people and people aged 65+ living with disability or dementia from Chinese, Sri Lankan and Filipino backgrounds.

Working closely with the Program Coordinator, you will assist with the day‑to‑day running of centre‑based activities that help clients remain living at home, stay socially connected, and provide valuable respite for their carers.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference while supporting community connection, wellbeing and independence.

About you

You are passionate about supporting older people to stay active, socially connected and engaged within their community. You enjoy facilitating group activities and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where clients feel comfortable and valued. With a warm communication style and a practical, hands‑on approach, you support wellbeing, independence and meaningful participation in day programs.

Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, or a related qualification
Enjoyment and confidence in facilitating group activities for older people
Previous experience supporting day programs (desirable)
Current driver’s licence
Valid First Aid and CPR certification
Willingness and confidence to drive a 12‑seater bus (preferred)

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

A rewarding and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay.
A flexible and family-friendly work culture, with wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave.
Employee assistance program including employee, manager, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, and legal assistance.
Discounted private health insurance, school holiday programs and car hire.
The opportunity to open a high-interest savings account with our banking partner.
We value diversity, champion inclusion, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and with all abilities, to consider joining our vibrant community.

About us

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to provide proof of work rights and a current Australian Criminal History Check.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.

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