Activities Coordinator - Ranui And Castlewood

• Activities Coordinator
• Ranui & Castlewood, Alexandra
• Part-time permanent

Make a difference in an older person's life with fun and meaningful activities. We are looking for an Activities Coordinator to work across both our aged care facilities in Alexandra for residential, hospital and dementia-level care.

The Role

Assist with activities that enhance personal dignity, quality of life, independence and connectedness for each resident. You will be providing quality and meaningful activities to meet client’s needs and maximise their independence while respecting their unique identity and dignity.

Hours: This is a permanent part-time position. The hours of work will be 24 hours per week excluding weekends.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Have excellent interpersonal skills including relationship building and advocacy skills
• Be energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated and creative
• Have a full driver’s license
• Be empathetic and patient with elderly people.
• A Diversional Therapy qualification or working towards one will be an added advantage

What We Offer

• Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
• Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
• Working with a team of passionate people
• Personal growth and career development opportunities
• Significant on-the-job training
• Discounts with local businesses

About Us

Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1906. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. We operate a highly regarded network of 9 care homes across Otago and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.

Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives. We strive for a family like environment for both residents and their loved ones.

Situated in the beautiful Alexandra, Ranui is home to 48 residents who are supported at hospital, rest home, and dementia level care. Our 4-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.

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For further information contact Leigh McLeod, Facility Manager, on 03 448 8280.

Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.

If you have difficulty applying, please email recruitment@psotago.org.nz

Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.