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Bobbie Coucher

Cranbourne North,Vic

Summary

"Dedicated Activity Officer with over 10 years of experience in aged care, passionate about creating enriching and meaningful experiences for all members. I have a proven ability to develop and implement diverse activity programs that cater to various needs and interests, fostering social interaction and promoting well-being."

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Activity and Transport Officer

Maroondah City Council - Kerrabee Centre
06.2015 - Current
  • Planning, delivery and maintenance of activity programs
  • Assist with transport when required
  • Plan, implement, document and evaluate all aspects of the activity program
  • Work as part of a collaborative team to ensure programs remain of high quality and relevant to members
  • Provide support and assistance to members and carers with relation to centre based activities, virtual sessions, outing and other activities as required
  • Work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
  • Monitor and provide support to volunteers

Lunchtime Relief Officer

Maroondah City Council
07.2014 - 06.2015
  • Managed activity calendar, ensuring diverse options catered to a wide range of interests and abilities.
  • Provided compassionate support for members experiencing emotional challenges or undergoing personal transitions within their living environment.
  • Conducted sensory stimulation activities for all members, to improve mood regulation and reducing agitation incidents.
  • Coordinated special events to celebrate holidays and birthdays to promote engagement and a sense of community.
  • Boosted social interaction among members through the organization of group events and outings.
  • Assisted in the development of individualized care plans by contributing insights of members including their' interests, preferences, and abilities.
  • Enhanced members engagement by developing and implementing creative activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Coordinated volunteer involvement in activities, increasing community connections and fostering positive experiences for all involved parties.
  • Organized and facilitated intergenerational programs involving local Council Occasional Care Centre, bridging generational gaps while fostering meaningful connections between the children and members.
  • Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
  • Evaluated supplies and and purchased to meet activity plans.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
  • Directed art therapy and craft sessions, empowering participants to express themselves creatively while enhancing cognitive function and dexterity skills.
  • Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
  • Tailored exercise programs to accommodate varying physical capabilities while emphasizing safety precautions, resulting in increased activity levels and improved health outcomes.
  • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity staff so they can deliver fun and organised activities to members.
  • Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
  • Monitored budgets for recreational activities.

Meals on Wheels Assistant

Maroondah City Council
01.2005 - 07.2014
  • Prepare and assist consumers with lunchtime meals
  • Relieve Activity Officers at lunchtime
  • Interact with consumers and volunteers
  • Administration tasks
  • Collation and ordering of Meals on Wheels
  • Driving of the 12 seater bus when required
  • Prepare and facilitate activities for groups when required
  • Fill in for Activity Officers when on annual leave or away
  • Care Plans for consumers
  • Preparation and set up of event displays within Kerrabee

Education

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care

Practical Outcomes
Melbourne, VIC
01.2024

Certificate IV - Leisure & Health CHC40608

North Ringwood Community House
North Ringwood
01.2015

Skills

  • Approach every task with enthusiasm and a positive attitude
  • Compassionate, empathetic, considerate and kind to others
  • Ability to plan and implement new programs
  • Ability to learn and grasp new skills and concepts quickly
  • Ability to work without supervision and within a team
  • Professional, motivated, honest, loyal, responsible and punctual

Certification

  • 2014 MFB – Fire Wardens Training Course
  • 2014 Manual Handling Course
  • 2014 Food Safety Australia – Safe Food Handling Course
  • 2019 Dementia Essentials - Dementia Australia - Hawthorn 3 day training course
  • 2013 Chair-Based Exercise for Older Adults - Third Age Fitness
  • 2024 St Johns Ambulance - CPR, Emergency Life Support, Provide first Aid, Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
  • 2025 Mad Bad Sad Tears Abuse and Threats in LG

Accomplishments

  • In 2013 received a REV award for achieving significantly better outcomes and tangible benefits to Council
  • Part of the winning team of the Victorian Early Years Award - creating collaborative partnership - 2023
  • Part of the team who received a High Commendation for the GenConnect program at the Positive Ageing and Wellbeing Awards - 2024
  • In 2025 completed 20 years of service with Maroondah City Council

Timeline

Activity and Transport Officer

Maroondah City Council - Kerrabee Centre
06.2015 - Current

Lunchtime Relief Officer

Maroondah City Council
07.2014 - 06.2015

Meals on Wheels Assistant

Maroondah City Council
01.2005 - 07.2014

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care

Practical Outcomes

Certificate IV - Leisure & Health CHC40608

North Ringwood Community House

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