Activities Assistant

Overview

Every day, in every way, we bring real heart to work.

This is what drives us to deliver our person-first commitment to care.

Rossendale Care Home located in Hamilton is searching for an Activities Assistant with a creative flair to join our community.

There is a permanent full-time position working an average of 32 hours per week.

Rotating roster covering Monday – Sunday.

Hours of work : 10 : 00am to 4 : 30pm or 11 : 30am to 6 : 00pm.

Total of 168 hours per 6-week roster period.

In this role, you will be supporting the Activities Coordinator, identifying the leisure activity needs of residents based on their interests, preferences, and abilities and contributing to the planning and implementation of individual and group activities programmes.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Participate and contribute to both individual and group programme activities.

Contribute to the review and assessment of the residents\' individual activities programme.

Actively promote a homely, stimulating, and pleasant environment for the residents and their families.

Develop and maintain excellent internal and external communication networks to support the activities programme.

About You

An NZQA Certificate in Diversional Therapy Level is preferred.

Previous experience in a similar role within aged care is desirable.

Display enthusiasm, empathy, and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of residents.

Demonstrate outstanding communication skills.

A fun personality with a creative flair.

A clean, full driver's licence is preferable, as you may drive the van for resident outings.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ.

Reasons to Belong

Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance to eligible permanent NZ employees and a discount on insurance cover for eligible family members.

Wellbeing discounts and advice, EAP counselling services, study support, and cultural leave.

Paid parental leave — 12 weeks for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers (in addition to standard parental leave).

Refer-a-friend programme.

Professional development — in-house and external training and development.

Industry-competitive remuneration and benefits, and internal reward and recognition programmes.

We encourage you to 'Be You at Bupa.

For the opportunity to join the Bupa community and to make a difference to the lives of our residents, please submit your application today – we would love to hear from you.

About Bupa

Through vision, passion, and sheer hard work, we're one of New Zealand's largest aged care and dementia care providers.

We employ more than 4,000 people and are united by one purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

Our Values

Brave | Maiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and may close early if the right applicant is found.

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