Casual Diversional Therapist - Senior Care & Recreation

Summerset Holdings; Nelson; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend penalty rates

Training opportunities (Diversional &

First aid & cert support

Job summary

Summerset Holdings seeks a Diversional Therapist for the Nelson and Richmond villages to create a recreational programme for seniors in a care supportive environment. You will lead a culture of purposeful engagement that promotes dignity and independence through therapeutic recreation.

Typical duties include planning activities, supporting social participation, collaborating with staff, and monitoring progress while managing budgets.

Qualifications

• National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) or 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent planning and time management with a proactive mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to complete a two-day course.
• Full, clean driver’s licence and ability to drive a Mobility Van.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• 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 village.
• Collaborate with team members to extend activities across the village.
• Monitor and report resident progress and maintain activity records.
• Manage monthly activity programme budgets with Village Manager approval.

Skills

Planning

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

First Aid readiness

Education

National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4)

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summerset Holdings seeks a Diversional Therapist for the Nelson and Richmond villages to create a recreational programme for seniors in a care supportive environment. You will lead a culture of purposeful engagement that promotes dignity and independence through therapeutic recreation.

Typical duties include planning activities, supporting social participation, collaborating with staff, and monitoring progress while managing budgets.