Activities Coordinator

Company Description

You can help bring our villages to life!

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it's the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life.

We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

The way we work is guided by our values - One Team, Strong Enough to Care and Strive to Be the Best.

We know it takes a collective effort to bring a village to life and help it thrive, so Summerset is a place where everyone's uniqueness and diversity can shine.

When you're part of the Summerset team, you belong to a place where your work has real impact, who you are is fully embraced and where your career flourishes.

Job Description

At Summerset we are here to bring the best of life to our residents.

To do this, we know we need to take care of our people to form a team who are strong enough to care, operate as one team, and strive to do their best.

We are looking for an energetic and creative Activities Coordinator to join our Avonhead Village.

Ideally you will have experience in events, hospitality or aged care, but more important to us will be your genuine love for all kinds of people from all walks of life.

You will plan and facilitate a programme of activities and exciting events for our residents, providing quality resident support, managing vulnerable residents and communications with families.

You will need to be kind, patient and have great communication skills, while a good level of fitness will prove useful for delivering the best exercise programmes, regular outings, sporting and recreational events.

Initially the hours of work will be Monday - Friday , a minimum of 80 hours per fortnight.

To recognise the important work that you do for our residents, we offer :

an enthusiastic and supportive team that is fun to be part of

health cover (if applicable), social sporting teams and discounts at a range of suppliers plus much more.

If you, or someone you know, are strong enough to care, then we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to convey an idea and engender enthusiasm and interest

Good written communication skills that target the audience and medium appropriately

Strong organisation skills, ability to multi-task

Computer literacy with using Microsoft Outlook (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)

An event management or hospitality background would be an advantage

Current first aid certificate

A current driver license

Additional Information

Due to NZ Immigration requirements we are obliged to consider candidates that already have the right to work in NZ for this role first.

Due to this we may not be able to support a visa application for this role.

This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

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