Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator - Full Time

Ryman Healthcare; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryman Healthcare in Whangarei is seeking an Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator to plan and run recreational and social activities for residents, supporting their happiness and quality of life. This full‑time role requires empathy, reliability and a friendly, professional manner.

Join a leading retirement living organisation that values diversity and growth, with a supportive team and opportunities to develop skills while delivering meaningful experiences for residents.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Health and Wellbeing certificate recognized by NZQA.
• Minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Wage shown as hourly rate $29.15–$31.78.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing a programme of recreational, diversional, social and craft activities for residents.
• Promoting happiness, wellbeing and quality of life for all residents.
• Working closely with and supporting colleagues.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

People skills

Education

Level 4 Health and Wellbeing certificate

Job description

Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator - Full Time

Provide the avenue for memorable experiences and enrich lives of those within our vibrant community

• Be the ambassador of fun, creativity, and enjoyment!
• Connect communities and foster bonds through exciting activities
• Elevate your career with an organisation committed to diversity and growth

About the Role

Ryman Healthcare has multipleActivity and Lifestyle Coordinator positions available to join our friendly team at Jane Mander Retirent Village

You must have a level 4 Health and Wellbeing certificate (or equivalent) that is recognised by NZQA. You will work a minimum of 30 hours per week and the wage will be $29.15 - $31.78 per hour.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Planning and implementing a programme of recreational, diversional, social and craft activities for residents
• Promoting happiness, wellbeing and quality of life for all residents
• Working closely with, and supporting your colleagues

About You

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have:

• Strong empathy
• A reliable, friendly and professional manner
  

About Ryman

Ryman is a leader in retirement living and care, employing over 7,700 people in New Zealand and Australia across a wide range of areas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.

At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of - because behind that promise is the standard we've always held ourselves to: it's got to be good enough for mum and dad.

We're in a period of real transformation, focusing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.

At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.

If you share those values and you're looking for a career where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.