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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Location: Northfield, Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre
• Salary: AHA3 $70,293 - $ 74,914 p.a. (pro rata) + Super + Salary Packaging
• Multiple Ongoing contracts available
• Full time and Part time options considered

Make a Difference in Older Persons Care

Join CALHN’s Care of the Older Person and Community Transition (COACT) team and make a meaningful difference, supporting older people from hospital to recovery. Work within the tranquil, leafy surrounds of Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre in a welcoming, team-focused environment.

Why Join Us?

• Support patient care and daily service delivery
• Help maintain safe, organised environments
• Work in a collaborative, team-focused setting
• Learn from experienced, supportive colleagues
• Build skills across a large health network

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through clinical care, research and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional safe and connected, healthcare - for our patients, our community, and our people.

Discover more about our people, our stories, and the opportunities to thrive with CALHN.

About the Role

As a Senior Lifestyle Officer, you design and deliver meaningful activities that support independence, wellbeing and quality of life. You build engaging programs, work with a multidisciplinary team and help create positive, connected experiences for people with complex needs.

• Plan and deliver group and individual activities
• Support Allied Health with care and therapy programs
• Build programs that promote independence and wellbeing
• Engage patients, families and carers in activities
• Work with teams to meet diverse consumer needs
• Liaise with community partners to support programs
• Maintain safe, inclusive and welcoming activity spaces

About You

You are creative, compassionate and organised, with the skills to engage people and support meaningful activity programs that enhance wellbeing and connection.

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or similar
• Experience in aged care or similar setting
• Communicate well with diverse people and teams
• Plan activities and write clear, concise notes
• Adapt, solve problems and work well in a team

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

CALHN benefits that matter
Aligned with the 2025 Enterprise Agreement, enjoy benefits that support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle:

• Boost your take-home pay – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
• Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN
• Balance your life – flexible work options available
• Stay well – leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – Employee Assistance Program for you and family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 934267 RD CO-ACT - Senior Lifestyle Officer.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Sharon Manocchio, Project Officer

P: 7074 0165

E: sharon.manocchio3@sa.gov.au

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday 23^rd April 2026

Job Ref: 934267

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position