Activities Coordinator - Casual

Candid Jobs Limited.; Dunedin; Remoto; NZD 30.000 - 39.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Discounts from a wide range of vendors

Telus Health (EAP) access

Uniform provided

Career development opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Summerset Retirement Villages in Dunedin is seeking an Activities Coordinator for a casual, on-demand role. You will design and run activities, coordinate celebrations, and support residents to participate in meaningful experiences, while maintaining warm relationships with families and staff.

Responsibilities include facilitating exercise and recreational programmes, creating themed environments, and ensuring engaging experiences that promote wellbeing and connection for older residents.

Competenze

• Energetic, warm and creative approach to engaging older adults.
• Experience in events, hospitality or aged care preferred.
• Excellent communication and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with ease.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one; LCQ or willingness to undertake training; full driver’s licence.

Mansioni

• Plan and deliver a diverse range of activities, events and entertainment for residents.
• Organise celebrations and themed events (Mid-Winter, Chinese New Year, etc.).
• Support residents’ individual needs and maintain positive relationships with families.
• Create engaging environments and decorations for village events.
• Facilitate exercise programmes, recreational activities, and resident outings.

Conoscenze

Energetic persona

Excellent communication

Organisation

People engagement

Events planning

Team collaboration

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

# Activities Coordinator - CasualSummerset* Dunedin, Otago* Listed 1 week agoCasualHealthcare, Community & social services## DescriptionCompany DescriptionYou 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.Job DescriptionAs an Activities Coordinator at our Dunedin village, you'll play a key role in creating a vibrant and engaging lifestyle for our residents. Bringing energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for people, you'll design and deliver activities that promote wellbeing, connection, and enjoyment. Whether you're organising village celebrations, coordinating outings, or supporting residents to participate in meaningful experiences, you'll help make every day special.In this role, you will:* Plan and deliver a diverse range of activities, events, and entertainment for residents.* Organise and coordinate special celebrations and themed events, including occasions such as Mid-Winter Christmas and Chinese New Year.* Support residents' individual needs while maintaining positive relationships and effective communication with families* Create engaging themed environments and decorations that bring village events and celebrations to life.* Facilitate exercise programmes, recreational activities, sporting events, and resident outings.This is a casual role, working on an as-needed basis, with shifts often offered at short notice.Please click here to view the full job description.### QualificationsYou'll be someone who brings energy, warmth, and creativity to everything you do, with a passion for helping older people stay active, connected, and engaged. Ideally, you'll have experience in events, hospitality, or aged care, but more important to us is your genuine care for people from all walks of life.You will bring:* A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.* Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to inspire enthusiasm and encourage participation.* A genuine interest in supporting older people and promoting positive ageing.* Confidence using Microsoft Office and the ability to manage multiple priorities with ease.* A current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one), an LCQ qualification (or willingness to undertake training), and a full driver's licence.At Summerset Retirement Villages, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.Additional InformationSummerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:* Discounts from a wide range of suppliers* Free access to Telus Health (EAP)* Uniform provided* The ability to grow your career across a variety of roles in SummersetNext Steps: Applications for this role will close on the 18th of November. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!## To applyIf this role is of interest, use the Apply button on this page and follow the employer's steps.To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.Need a work visa? Check Immigration New Zealand's accredited employer list. Some accredited employers choose not to be listed, so ask the employer if you can't find them.