Activities Assistant

Heritage Lifecare

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
$23.61-28.25 per hour
Permanent
Part-time

21 days ago

Part Time
Application Closes 08 May 2024
Bay of Plenty - Tauranga
Healthcare Support Worker

Heritage Lifecare is built on the foundation of respecting individuals, both residents and staff. We pride ourselves on creating a 'Better everyday - everyday' for our residents.

Hodgson House Lifecare, located in Beautiful Tauranga
Permanent part-time
AM and weekend shifts
Hourly rate of $23.61 - $28.25 per hour (depending on skills and experience)

As an Activities Assistant you will be involved in the delivery of activity programs that meet the individual physical, spiritual, cultural, cognitive, and emotional needs of residents. This will include the planning, organising and delivery of activities, outings, events, and involvement in community groups. This is a truly rewarding opportunity that brings a difference into the lives of others. Work together in a team to provide a safe, caring and supportive environment for our residents. Form lasting relationships with residents and whanau | family. Adapt and support your wider team members to create a great team.You will bring:

Previous experience within a similar role is desirable
A creative flair with the ability to develop and implement ideas
The ability to work within a multiskilled team and also independently
Excellent customer service and client focus skills
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Full NZ drivers licence, and confidence in driving a van

We offer you:

The opportunity to work within a progressive environment and with an organisation that has a solid focus to ensure the delivery of respectful and caring services that is safe for residents and staff.
Collaborative and inclusive working environment with approachable and supportive management.
Attractive hourly rate.
Career progression opportunities.

About Heritage LifecareAt Heritage, we have 43 Care Homes and Villages spanning across the length of New Zealand, and we pride ourselves on offering Aged Care to all New Zealanders from the smallest provinces to the larger cities.Providing a warm home to over 2200 residents and with a team of 2500 dedicated and caring staff, we strive to create an atmosphere where everyone feels at home, is part of our family and is free to be themselves.Hodgson House Lifecare is a 64-bed Care Home and Hospital with a 27-unit Village, located centrally in one of New Zealand's most exciting and progressive cities - Tauranga. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy. Why would you want to work anywhere else?To apply:Please submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' link. We will be reviewing applications and progressing to interviews quickly and may close advertising early.Due to the nature of our work, when requested, you must be able to provide proof of your full vaccination against COVID-19, as mandated by the government.We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work.Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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