Casual Activities Coordinator for Senior Living & Wellness

Candid Jobs Limited.; Dunedin; Remote; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts from a wide range of vendors

Telus Health (EAP) access

Uniform provided

Career development opportunities

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Energetic persona

Excellent communication

Organisation

People engagement

Events planning

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.