Activities Assistant

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Every day, in every way, we bring real heart to work. It is what drives us to deliver our refreshingly different person-first commitment to care. This is why Parklands Hospital located in Papanui is searching for an Activities Assistant with a creative flair to join our community. This is a Permanent, Part-time position, working 10.30AM-4.30PM on a 2 days on and 4 days off rotating roster.In this role, you will be supporting the Activities Coordinator, identifying the leisure activity needs of each of the Parklands Hospital residents based on their interests, preferences, and abilities and contribute to the planning and implementation of individual and group activities programmes.Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesParticipate and contribute to both individual and group programme activities.Contribute to the review and assessment of the residents' individual activities programme.Actively promote a homely, stimulating, and pleasant environment for the residents and their families.Develop and maintain excellent internal and external communication networks to support the activities programme.About YouAn NZQA Certificate in Diversional Therapy or Health and Wellbeing Level is preferred.Previous experience in a similar role within aged care is desirable.Display enthusiasm, empathy, and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of residents.Demonstrate outstanding communication skills.A fun personality with a creative flair.A clean, full driver's licence is preferable, as you may drive the van for resident outings.Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ.Reasons to BelongFully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance to our eligible permanent NZ employees and a discount on insurance cover for eligible family members.Wellbeing discounts and advice, EAP counselling services, study support, and cultural leave.Paid parental leave - in addition to standard parental leave, Bupa offers 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.Refer-a-friend programme of $1,000 - $2,000.Professional Development - in-house and external training and development.Industry-competitive remuneration and benefits, and internal reward and recognition programmes.No matter who you are or where you come from, we encourage you to 'Be You at Bupa.'For the opportunity to join the Bupa community and to make a difference to the lives of our residents, please submit your application today – we would love to hear from you.About BupaThrough vision, passion, and sheer hard work, we are now New Zealand's largest aged care and dementia care provider. As one of New Zealand's leading healthcare organisations, we employ more than 4,000 people and we live by our values: Brave, Caring, and Responsible. All united by one purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.Our Values | A matou uaraBrave | Maiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa
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