Senior Recreation & Engagement Diversional Therapist

Summerset Retirement Villages; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend penalty rates apply

Time and a half for over 8 hours in a

Training opportunities – National Cert

Southern Cross Health Essentials

Job summary

Summerset Retirement Villages is seeking a Diversional Therapist for Rototuna village to design and deliver recreational programmes for seniors in a care-focused environment. You will lead engaging activities that promote independence, dignity, and social connection, with personalised plans and a focus on therapeutic recreation.

You will plan individual and group activities, support residents in social participation, and collaborate with the care team to extend activities across the village.

Qualifications

• National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) – or at least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Excellent planning and time management skills, with a proactive mindset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to complete a two-day course)
• A full, clean driver’s licence & ability to drive a Mobility Van
• Microsoft Office proficiency (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 wider village
• Collaborate with other team members to extend activities across the village as appropriate
• Monitor and report resident progress and maintain accurate activity records
• Manage monthly activity programme budgets with approval from the Village Manager

Skills

Planning & time management

Communication

Mobility & driving

Education

National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4)

First Aid Certificate

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Summerset Retirement Villages is seeking a Diversional Therapist for Rototuna village to design and deliver recreational programmes for seniors in a care-focused environment. You will lead engaging activities that promote independence, dignity, and social connection, with personalised plans and a focus on therapeutic recreation.

You will plan individual and group activities, support residents in social participation, and collaborate with the care team to extend activities across the village.