Activities Coordinator | Papamoa (Papamoa Beach Vi
Metlifecare
Listing Description
Description
- Lovely Papamoa Beach location – work close to home & avoid the traffic
- Full time, permanent role – 32 hrs week.
- Top hourly rates, allowances & great staff benefits offered
We are seeking an experienced Activities Coordinator to support our residents with their planned activities to maintain active lives and support their wellbeing, at our lovely village Papamoa Beach.
This role is a permanent, full-time role working 32 hours per week and may include working a weekend day, so flexibility is essential.
You will assist our residents to enjoy meaningful leisure activities along with the following:
- 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
- Establish and maintain a therapeutic environment
- Ensure the health and safety of our residents
About you We 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. Ideally you will have experience as an Activities Coordinator in Aged Care, however this role would suit an experienced Caregiver looking to broaden their skill set with a passion for ensuring our residents are enjoying a therapeutic environment and experiencing the activities on offer.
You must have the following:
- Current Full Drivers License
- Careerforce or equivalent qualification
- Current First Aid Certificate preferred
- Previous experience in aged care and a desire to learn and develop your skill set
- Empathy, kindness and a love for making an impact on our residents' lives
About Us Established 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 page http://www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home
Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application
Application details
Please apply online through the careers website.
Metlifecare
At Metlifecare, our vision is simple: to create extraordinary living experiences for our residents. This is what drives us every day, provides our purpose and meaning, and ultimately ensures we make every day better for the almost 7,000 residents that call our villages home.
With more than 30 years in the business of looking after Kiwi retirees, we are a well-known and trusted operator, and we take our role seriously. Metlifecare currently operates 37 villages located across New Zealand and employs more than 2000 staff.