Activities Coordinator : Karori

You will be a part of the awesome clinical team supporting our residents.

We are seeking a kind Activities Coordiantor for our Karori Village, based in Karori, Wellington. This is a Permanent position and includes a Sunday (weekend allowance will apply). You will be working with a fabulous team, with all the amenities provided to deliver outstanding care and make our residents feel safe, honoured and comfortable.

Pay range is in line with the health and wellbeing payrate published on the Ministry of Health website. Weekend allowance also applies here

Key responsibilities will include :

• 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
• Establish and maintain a therapeutic environment
• Ensure the health and safety of our residents
• Driving the village van to take our residents to outdoor activities

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. Ideally you will have experience as an Activities Coordinator however this role would suit an experienced Caregiver looking to broaden their skill set with a passion for ensuring our residents are enjoying a therapeutic environment and experiencing the activities on offer at our Care Suites.

Candidates must have the following :

• Current Full Drivers License required
• Current First Aid Certificate preferred but not essential
• Experience with working with groups of older people

About us

Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 7,200 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!

• 1 paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each year
• Health Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff
• 26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners.
• Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Refer a friend incentive of up to $1500
• Education, Development and Training Support

Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page to see our other current vacancies.

Metlifecare is committed to minimising adverse outcomes from thethetransmission 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

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