Lifestyle & Engagement Coordinator (Diversional Therapist)

Kamo home and Village Charitable Trust; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Supportive workplace

Chance to make a genuine difference

Job summary

Kamo Home & Village Charitable Trust in Whangarei is seeking an Activities Coordinator/Diversional Therapist to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging lifestyle programmes reflecting residents' interests and cultures. You will work with residents, whānau, staff and volunteers to create a vibrant, inclusive environment.

A qualified Diversional Therapist is preferred; experience in aged care or community engagement is valued.

Qualifications

• Qualified Diversional Therapist preferred.
• Experience in aged care, recreation, community engagement, or a related field.
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people.
• Creative, organised, and self-motivated.
• Warm, positive, and able to build meaningful relationships.
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Culturally responsive and committed to inclusion and dignity for all residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver daily, weekly and monthly activities.
• Support resident participation and engagement.
• Organise special events, celebrations, outings and community visits.
• Build relationships with volunteers, entertainers and community organisations.
• Maintain activity records and documentation.
• Ensure activities promote physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cultural wellbeing.
• Contribute innovative ideas to continually enhance the lifestyle programme.

Skills

Strong communicator

Interpersonal skills

Creative

Organised

Self-motivated

Warm and positive

Education

Diversional Therapist qualification

Job description

Kamo Home & Village Charitable Trust in Whangarei is seeking an Activities Coordinator/Diversional Therapist to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging lifestyle programmes reflecting residents' interests and cultures. You will work with residents, whānau, staff and volunteers to create a vibrant, inclusive environment.

A qualified Diversional Therapist is preferred; experience in aged care or community engagement is valued.