Casual Diversional Therapist for Seniors

Summerset - Care; Nelson; Vor Ort; NZD 48.000 - 64.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Weekend penalty rates

Training opportunities

Staff discounts

Zusammenfassung

Summerset is seeking a casual Diversional Therapist for our Nelson and Richmond villages to create personalised recreation plans and lead therapeutic engagement that supports residents’ independence and dignity.

You’ll plan engaging activities, collaborate with care teams, and monitor progress while maintaining records. The role requires flexibility for December coverage and shifts offered on short notice.

Qualifikationen

• National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) or 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent planning and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to complete a two-day course.
• Full, clean driver’s licence & ability to drive a Mobility Van.

Aufgaben

• Plan and run individual and group activities that are purposeful and enjoyable.
• Support residents to participate in the social life of the Care Centre and wider village.
• Collaborate with team members to extend activities across the village as appropriate.
• Monitor and report resident progress and maintain accurate activity records.
• Manage monthly activity programme budgets with approval from the Village Manager.

Kenntnisse

Planning & time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Driving

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4)

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Summerset is seeking a casual Diversional Therapist for our Nelson and Richmond villages to create personalised recreation plans and lead therapeutic engagement that supports residents’ independence and dignity.

You’ll plan engaging activities, collaborate with care teams, and monitor progress while maintaining records. The role requires flexibility for December coverage and shifts offered on short notice.