Diversional Therapist -Part-time

Job Description

As a Diversional Therapist at our Ellerslie village , you’ll be empowered  to create a recreational programme for seniors living in a care supportive environment. You will be leading a culture of purposeful engagement which promotes dignity and independence through the therapeutic recreation process. Through personalised recreation plans and engaging activities, you’ll help residents maintain independence, dignity, and connection with others.

Typical duties include :

• Planning and running individual and group activities that are purposeful and enjoyable, including outings, and resident transportation as needed.
• Supporting residents to participate in the social life of the Care Centre and wider village
• Collaborating with other team members to extend activities across the village as appropriate
• Monitoring and reporting resident progress and maintaining accurate activity records
• Managing monthly activity programme budgets with approval from the Village Manager

This is a permanent part-time role, working a roster of : Wednesday to Sunday, 9.00am to 3.30pm.

Qualifications

You’ll be creative, compassionate, and highly organised – with a genuine interest in enhancing the lives of older people through social connection and therapeutic engagement.

You’ll bring with you :

Additional Information

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. 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.

Our benefits include :

Next Steps :   Applications for this role will close on  Wednesday 20th August . This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!