Activities Coordinator – Ross Home, Dunedin

• Activities Coordinator
• Ross Home, Dunedin
• Permanent, Part Time

Make a difference in an older person's life with fun and meaningful activities.

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 28 hours per week, to be worked as outlined below;

• Tuesday, Wednesday 0900-1530hrs (6hrs/day)
• Thursday, Friday 0900-1600hrs (6.5hrs/day)
• Saturday 1300-1600hrs (3hrs/day)

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
• Good computer skills
• 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. PSO operates a highly regarded network of 8 care homes across Otago and provides 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.

An integral part of the North Dunedin community, Ross Home supports up to 124 residents living at rest home level care. Our 3-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 Regan Gilchrist, Interim Facility Manager at Ross Home on 03 244 8218.

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.