Energetic Activities Coordinator – Elder Care (PT)

Oceania Group; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Oceania Group in Blenheim is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant to support daily activities for residents. The role runs Tuesday to Friday, 5 hours per day, at Redwood Village in Blenheim, NZ.

You will work with the Diversional Therapist to design engaging activity programmes, understand residents' needs, and promote participation while upholding safety and care standards. Applicants must have NZ working rights and a valid NZ driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and coordinating activities.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• Empathy for the elderly with strong people skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends.
• Full NZ working rights.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Diversional Therapist to create and implement fun and varied activities programmes for our residents.
• Understanding residents’ needs and abilities and encouraging them to take part in activities.
• Following our company policies and procedures to create a safe environment for our residents.

Skills

Activity planning

Empathy for elderly

People skills

Communication

IT skills

Energetic personality

NZ driver's licence

Weekend availability

NZ work rights

Job description

Oceania Group in Blenheim is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant to support daily activities for residents. The role runs Tuesday to Friday, 5 hours per day, at Redwood Village in Blenheim, NZ.

You will work with the Diversional Therapist to design engaging activity programmes, understand residents' needs, and promote participation while upholding safety and care standards. Applicants must have NZ working rights and a valid NZ driver’s licence.