Diversional Therapist - Activities Coordinator

Bupa Care Services NZ Limited; Porirua; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Campus access for learning

Viva wellbeing program

Southern Cross health insurance

Free flu vaccinations and skin checks

Enhanced parental leave

Employee benefits program

Job summary

Bupa Whitby Care Home in Porirua is seeking an experienced Activities Coordinator to lead a small team and shape engaging programmes across rest home and hospital settings. The role focuses on wellbeing, meaningful activities, and resident involvement.

You will coordinate diverse activities, ensuring dignity, cultural sensitivity, and safety compliance, while developing best-practice plans and contributing to a caring community.

Qualifications

• NZQA Diversional Therapy level 4 certificate or working towards it.
• Minimum two years’ experience in healthcare or aged care.
• Proven leadership skills to inspire and support others.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4 activities staff.
• Manage activity plans for residents across rest home and hospital levels of care.
• Plan, develop, and lead individualised activity plans for each resident.
• Ensure residents are treated with respect, dignity, and cultural sensitivity.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to Bupa Health & Safety policies.
• Maintain personal and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Communication

Team coordination

Education

NZQA Diversional Therapy level 4 certificate

Job description

Activities Coordinator | Permanent Full Time 32 Hours | 4 On 2 Off Roster | Porirua, Wellington

At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.

We're a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is evolving, and so are we. By investing in advanced health technologies, better systems, and exciting pipelines of modern care products, we are empowering our residents to live with greater independence and dignity.

In this role ss the Activities Coordinator, you won't just manage leisure activities and programmes, you'll help pioneer a smarter, more connected ecosystem that delivers exceptional support to our communities.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

Hours & Roster Details:

• Employment Type:Permanent Full Time
• Hours:Average 32 hours per week
• Shift Time: Morning Shifts, 9:30am to 5:00pm, MUST be able to work across the rostered weekends
• Roster Pattern: 4 shifts on, 2 shifts off (6-weekly roster across Monday - Sunday)

The purpose of this job

If you're an experienced Activities Coordinator looking for more ownership, this is an opportunity to lead a team of 4 Activity Assistants and shape meaningful programmes across a large and diverse aged care environment.

Based at Bupa Whitby Care Home in Porirua, you'll coordinate activities for residents across Rest Home, Hospital, Dementia, and Specialist Dementia/Psychogeriatric care within a 101-bed care home. From walking groups and gardening projects to social events and personalised activities, you'll have the scope to create programmes that genuinely improve residents' wellbeing and connection.

As the Activities Coordinator you will:

• Leading a team of 4 activities staff
• Manage activity plans for residents across rest home and hospital levels of care
• Plan, develop, and lead individualised activity plans for each resident based on the activity assessment outcome, their interests, and preferences
• Ensure our valuable residents are treated with full respect, dignity, and cultural sensitivity
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to Bupa Health & Safety policies
• Maintain personal and professional development

What you'll need to make it possible

• Have a NZQA (or equivalent) Diversional Therapy (level 4) Certificate (or working towards a DT qualification)
• Previous experience (min two years or more) in a healthcare or aged care environment is preferred
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and support others
• Creativity and enthusiasm to develop and deliver a diverse, engaging activities programme that enhances residents' wellbeing and creates a warm, caring environment
• A compassionate, energetic, and positive team player with a genuine passion for enriching the lives of older people and catering to varying levels of ability and independence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
• A full, clean driver's licence as the role may involve driving the facility van for resident outings and community activities.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand

Why you'll love it?

• Complimentary uniforms provided to look and your best at work.
• Access to Bupa Campus - your go-to space for global learning and development
• Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
• Southern Cross health insurance membership with monthly premiums fully paid for eligible employees
• Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks and initial menopause consultation
• Enhanced parental leave - 12 or 24 weeks of paid gender-neutral parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across retail, technology and more. Employee Assistance Programme when you need it most
• Plan your life ahead outside of work with fixed rolling rosters
• Refer a Friend Programme

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you'd like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.