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Activities Coordinator | Part time | Christchurch

Activities Coordinator | Part time | Christchurch

MetlifecareChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
24 days ago
Job description

Activities Coordinator | Part time | Christchurch

  • Stunning Retirement Village located in Christchurch
  • Top hourly rates, allowances and staff benefits offered…read on
  • Join an organization that cares about you and your growth

About the role We're looking for an experienced Activities Coordinator to join us in a permanent, part time role in our Care Home, supporting our residents with their planned activities to maintain active lives and support their wellbeing. Based at The Village Palms in Christchurch and reporting to the Care Experience Manager, you will be responsible for planning and implementing an innovative activities program.

This role is working 15 hrs. per week - Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 11am to 4.30pm, so you must be available to work every Sunday.

Some of the great things you will be doing :

  • Planning and implementing an innovative activities program
  • Liaising with families and staff to participate in leisure activities
  • Assisting our residents to participate in organized activities
  • Establishes and maintains a therapeutic environment
  • Ensuring the health and safety of our residents
  • About you

    We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, creative, outgoing and can think outside the box. You will have a genuine love for the elderly and want to make a difference. You will have experience as an Activities Coordinator in Aged Care and have a passion for ensuring our residents are enjoying a therapeutic environment and experiencing the activities on offer.

    You must have the following :

  • Careerforce or equivalent qualification
  • Previous experience in aged care and a desire to learn and develop your skill set
  • Current First Aid Certificate preferred
  • Current Full Driver's License
  • Empathy, kindness and a love for making an impact on our residents' lives
  • About Us

    Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 7,400 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.

    Check out some of our Benefits!

  • Paid wellness days & a paid days of leave to celebrate your birthday
  • Health & Life Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff
  • 26 weeks of parental leave on full pay
  • Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
  • Education, Development and Training Support
  • Metlifecare is committed to minimising adverse outcomes from the transmission of influenza or infectious diseases, and as such we request all potential employees disclose their immunisation status at the time of employment.

    Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application

    Location(s) The Village Palms - Retirement Villages Christchurch

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