Activities Coordinator – Tūārangi Home
- 12 months fixed-term position at 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week)
- Shifts rostered across Monday to Sunday from 8:30am - 5pm or 12pm - 8:30pm
- Based at Tūārangi Aged Care Facility, Ashburton
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are seeking an Activities Coordinator to join our team at Tūārangi Home. In
this role, you will coordinate and deliver an engaging activity programme aimed
at maintaining and enhancing the physical, psychological, and social wellbeing
of our residents. Activities may include crafts, games, and group social
interactions.
This is a highly rewarding position where you will work closely with both individuals and groups, supporting residents to achieve their personal therapy goals as identified alongside the clinical team. You will also provide coaching and encouragement in a compassionate and respectful manner.
About the Service
Tūārangi Home is a 37-bed residential care facility providing both rest home
and hospital-level care, including specialist dementia care. Our team is
dedicated to delivering high-quality care in a supportive and friendly
environment, where dignity, empathy, and respect are at the forefront of
everything we do.
About You
You will be a flexible and patient individual with a mature outlook and an
enthusiastic approach to your work. Strong organisational skills and the
ability to communicate effectively and empathetically are essential.
You will also bring:
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Experience as an Activities Coordinator or working within older persons’ health
- Preferably experience within the health sector
- An understanding of older persons’ health, including dementia care
- The ability to prioritise workloads and work independently with team support
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare
for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and
inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our
community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled,
and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through
our online careers’ portal by Monday 11th May If you have any questions about the
role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Fixed Term/Contract/Part Time
Job no: PC4218205
Location: Ashburton
Closing Date: Monday 11th May