Activities Coordinator | Tauranga

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Permanent
Part-time

1 day ago

Lovely Retirement Village located in Tauranga
Top hourly rates, allowances and staff benefits offered…read on
Be a part of a great team and culture
Join an organization that cares about you and your growth

About the role
We're looking for an experienced and passionate Activities Coordinator to work in a permanent, part time role in our Care Home to support our residents with their planned activities to maintain active lives and support their wellbeing. Based at The Avenues Village and reporting to the Nurse manager, you will be responsible for planning and implementing an innovative activities program.This role is working 30 hrs. per week - Sunday to Thursday, so you must be available to work every Sunday.Some of the great things you will be doing:

Planning and implementing an innovative activities program
Liaising with families and staff to participate in leisure activities
Assisting our residents to participate in organized activities
Establishes and maintains a therapeutic environment
Ensuring the health and safety of our residents

About youWe are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, creative, outgoing and can think outside the box. You will have a genuine love for the elderly and want to make a difference. You will have experience as an Activities Coordinator in Aged Care and have a passion for ensuring our residents are enjoying a therapeutic environment and experiencing the activities on offer.You must have the following:

Careerforce or equivalent qualification
Previous experience in aged care and a desire to learn and develop your skill set
Current First Aid Certificate preferred
Current Full Driver's License
Empathy, kindness and a love for making an impact on our residents' lives

About UsEstablished in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 7,400 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.Check out some of our Benefits!

Paid wellness days & a paid days of leave to celebrate your birthday
Health & Life Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff
26 weeks of parental leave on full pay
Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
Education, Development and Training Support

How to apply
Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers pageMetlifecare is committed to minimising adverse outcomes from the transmission of influenza or infectious diseases, and as such we request all potential employees disclose their immunisation status at the time of employment.Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application

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