Activities Co-Ordinator Healthcare & Medicine Aged Care Wellington Permanent / Full Time 30/9/2024 ACTIVITIES CO-ORDINATOR/ DIVERSIONAL THERAPIST The Ultimate Care Group is a privately owned Specialist Residential Aged Care Services Provider. We offer rest home, hospital, and dementia care to the elderly in 19 residential facilities throughout New Zealand. At Ultimate Care Poneke House in Wellington, we have permanent full time opportunity available for an Activities Co-Ordinator training to be a qualified Diversional Therapist experienced in an Aged Residential Care environment. Te Turanga - About the role You will: Deliver the scheduled activities program for the village hospital as required. Provide clinical support to our passionate activities team and work closely alongside the Care staff. Assist and guide our residents to take part in activities programs that are appropriate for their needs. Build strong relationships with residents, staff, and visitors. Remuneration rate dependent on experience, qualifications, and registration. O pukenga - About you We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, creative, outgoing, and can think outside the square. You will have a genuine love for the elderly and want to make a difference in their lives, with the support of their families. You will need: To have completed or be working towards completion of a Certificate in Diversional Therapy and Community Health (level 4). Hourly rate starting from $28.25 per hour for qualified Diversional Therapists. Experience in both Diversional Therapy and Caregiving (desired). Experience with kitchen food service will also be an advantage in this role. To be able to work on a weekend day when rostered. Current First Aid certificate is preferred; if not, this can be attained. Strong communication skills capable of working with a variety of residents, their families, and staff. Empathy and commitment to excellence in the care of the elderly. Have Diversional Therapy Registration or be able to register. To be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of Te Ao Maori and tikanga to ensure all services are culturally appropriate, fit for purpose, and embedded into our day-to-day mahi. Available to work full-time rostered shifts. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Join our team; we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr