Diversional Therapist
Diversional Therapist
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Job Description
As a Diversional Therapist at our Manukau Village youll be empowered to create a recreational programme for seniors living in a care supportive environment. You will be leading a culture of purposeful engagement which promotes dignity and independence through the therapeutic recreation process. Through personalised recreation plans and engaging activities youll help residents maintain independence dignity and connection with others.
Typical duties include:
- Planning and running individual and group activities that are purposeful and enjoyable
- Supporting residents to participate in the social life of the Care Centre and wider village
- Collaborating with other team members to extend activities across the village as appropriate
- Monitoring and reporting resident progress and maintaining accurate activity records
- Managing monthly activity programme budgets with approval from the Village Manager
The hours for this role are Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm.
Qualifications :
Youll be creative compassionate and highly organised with a genuine interest in enhancing the lives of older people through social connection and therapeutic engagement.
Youll bring with you:
- National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) or at least 3 years of relevant work experience
- Excellent planning and time management skills with a proactive mindset
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- First Aid Certificate (or willingness to complete a two-day course)
- A full clean drivers licence & ability to drive a Mobility Van.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint)
Additional Information :
When youre part of the Summerset team you belong to a place where your work has real impact who you are is fully embraced and where your career flourishes. We know it takes a collective effort to bring a village to life and help it thrive so Summerset is a place where everyones uniqueness and diversity can shine.
Our benefits include:
- Weekend rates of an additional 40% on your hourly rate
- Time and a half for all work or shifts over 8 hours in a day
- Training opportunities - we will support you to achieve your National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) and first aid certificate
- Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Tuesday 24th June. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
