Activities Coordinator |Part Time | Christchurch

Activities Coordinator |Part Time | Christchurch Extensive staff benefits on offer! Weekend allowance applies here! About the Role We are seeking an experienced Activities Coordinator to support our residents with their planned activities, to maintain active lives and support their wellbeing. The position is based at The Village Palms in Shirley, Christchurch.This role is a permanent, part-time role, total 15 hours per week. This is a 3-day a week role on Friday, Sunday and Monday Key responsibilities will include: Planning and implementing an innovative activities program Liaising with families and staff to participate in leisure activities Assisting our residents to participate in organized activitiesEstablish and maintain a therapeutic environment Ensure the health and safety of our residents Driving the village van to take our residents to outdoor activities 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 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 at our Care Suites.Candidates must have the following: Current Full Drivers License required Current First Aid Certificate preferred but not essential Experience with working with groups of older people About us Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 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 per annum 1 paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each year Health Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff Access to our new Reward and Recognition platform which includes access to discounts and cashbacks from over 100 retailers.26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners. Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years Employee assistance program (EAP) Refer a friend incentive of up to $1500* Education, Development and Training Support Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page to see our other current vacancies.Metlifecare is committed to minimising adverse outcomes from thetransmission 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 applicationLocation(s) The Village Palms - Retirement Villages Christchurch #J-18808-Ljbffr