Activities Coordinator

Heritage Lifecare; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay scale based on skills

Opportunities for professional develop

Supportive and collaborative work env

Make a meaningful difference in lives

Job summary

Waiapu House Lifecare in Havelock North HB, part of Heritage Lifecare, is seeking an Activities Coordinator to deliver meaningful programs that enhance residents’ lives in a warm, caring setting.

The role is permanent full-time (32 hours or more per week) with AM, PM and weekend shifts; join a team dedicated to compassionate care, activity planning, and community involvement while supporting residents and whānau with empathy and respect.

Qualifications

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Full NZ drivers' license, and confidence in driving a van
• A genuine love for helping people, excellent customer service skills, with a friendly and positive attitude.
• A passion for continuous improvement, with a sound understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver activity programs to meet residents' physical, spiritual, cultural, cognitive, and emotional needs.
• Plan, organise and deliver activities, outings, and community group involvement.
• Work with residents and whānau to create a warm, safe, and supportive environment.

Skills

Caring experience

Communication skills

Driver's license

Customer service

Health and safety

Job description

Join our team at Waiapu House Lifecare to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment.

Waiapu House Lifecare is an 80-bed Care Home with a 31-unit Village, located in the sunny Hawke’s Bay Village of Havelock North. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy. Why would you want to work anywhere else?

About Us:

Heritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider. We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whānau.

About this role

• Waiapu House Lifecare is located in the beautiful suburb of Havelock North HB
• Permanent Full-Time (32 hours or more per week)
• AM, PM and Weekend shifts available.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Activities Coordinator with a passion for caring for others, to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our residents. You will have a positive compassionate attitude, the ability to make others smile, and be great at working with people. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our residents are cared for to the highest standard with kindness and patience, in a warm and caring atmosphere.

As an Activities Coordinator you will be involved in the delivery of activity programs that meet the individual physical, spiritual, cultural, cognitive, and emotional needs of residents. This will include the planning, organising and delivery of activities, outings, events, and involvement in community groups. This is a truly rewarding opportunity that brings a difference into the lives of others. Work together in a team to provide a safe, caring and supportive environment for our residents. Form lasting relationships with residents and whanau-family. Adapt and support your wider team members to create a great team.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Full NZ drivers' license, and confidence in driving a van
• A genuine love for helping people, excellent customer service skills, with a friendly and positive attitude.
• A passion for continuous improvement, with a sound understanding of the importance of health and safety procedures.

What’s in it for you:

• Work for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand.
• Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Join Us:

Heritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion.We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.