Resident Life & Activities Assistant

Bupa; Thames; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed rosters

Learning and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing program

Job summary

Bupa Tararu Care Home in Thames is seeking an Activities Assistant for a permanent part-time role. You’ll help plan and run individual and group activities, supporting residents to enjoy a stimulating daily life.

The position offers a friendly team, a 4 days on/2 days off roster, and a mix of 9am–3pm and 10am–4pm shifts with an average of 25.7 hours per week. NZ work entitlement and a driver’s licence are advantageous to support outings.

Qualifications

• NZQA Certificate in Diversional Therapy Level preferred.
• Previous experience in aged care desirable.
• Excellent communication, empathy and creativity.
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ.

Responsibilities

• Participate in individual and group activities.
• Contribute to review and assessment of residents' activities programme.
• Promote a homely, stimulating environment for residents and families.
• Develop and maintain communication networks to support the activities programme.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Creativity

Education

NZQA Certificate in Diversional Therapy Level

Tools

Driver's licence

Job description

Bupa Tararu Care Home in Thames is seeking an Activities Assistant for a permanent part-time role. You’ll help plan and run individual and group activities, supporting residents to enjoy a stimulating daily life.

The position offers a friendly team, a 4 days on/2 days off roster, and a mix of 9am–3pm and 10am–4pm shifts with an average of 25.7 hours per week. NZ work entitlement and a driver’s licence are advantageous to support outings.