14 Oct 2019

Full Time RETIREMENT VILLAGE COORDINATOR

for Secure Horizons Pty Ltd – Melbourne

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Job Description

A mature aged person or early retiree is required to LIVE ON-SITE as the caretaker and resident coordinator at a small well-established retirement village in the eastern suburbs. Experience in a similar role in a retirement village or other type of accommodation is preferred but not essential.

Accommodation is provided in a newly refurbished self-contained unit.

Even though the list of duties is broad and varied, this is a small, intimate village of less than 30 units where residents live independently. The role would suit an active and energetic all-rounder with a caring nature, who is able to carry out general maintenance and basic administrative tasks; as well as providing support to our residents as required.

Reporting to the Village Management Company, your duties will include:

performing routine maintenance tasks for the village grounds and buildings: such as lawn mowing, gardening, painting, basic carpentry work, changing light globes and other ad-hoc tasks

being on call to respond to the emergency call system

driving the village bus and coordinating regular social activities

attending to day to day administration and security

assisting with marketing of vacant units and welcoming new residents

providing reports to the company and the village committee and attending meetings as required.

We are searching for a self-starter who has:

ability to relate sensitively to senior residents
a warm and outgoing personality
good communication skills
strong organisational and time management skills
reasonable admin and computer skills (Microsoft Office)
manual driver’s licence and safe driving record
current First Aid and CPR Certificate (essential)
current (or willing to obtain) Police Check clearance (essential).

Negotiable salary package, including on-site accommodation in a newly refurbished two bedroom unit, depending upon skills and experience.

This position is available for IMMEDIATE START. Past applicants need not re-apply.