Beautifully appointed new Care suites and Care Home in the heart of Kerikeri, Northland
Extensive staff benefits including weekend allowance and Free health insurance!
About the Role
Metlifecare Oakridge Villas offers premium accommodation to our residents. The living spaces are designed to provide peace of mind with customised clinical care and support on-site. You will be a part of the awesome team supporting our residents to live their best lives.
We are seeking 2 Activities Coordinators to work 56 hours/7 days each fortnight from 8.30am to 5pm. 4 shifts one week and 3 shifts the next week. One weekend day will be included each week. You will be:
Planning and implementing an innovative activities program
Liaising with families and staff to participate in leisure activities
Assisting our residents to participate in organized activities
Establishing and maintaining a therapeutic environment
Ensuring the health and safety of our residents
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 preferred
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!
Additional paid wellness days
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
How to apply
Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home
Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home to see our other current vacancies.
Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application
Desired Soft Skills
Activity Planning
Therapeutic Environment Design
First Aid
Aged Care Experience
Driving License
Creativity
Empathy
Communication
Organizational Skills
Flexibility
Benefits and Perks
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Birthdays Off
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Health Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Counselling Services
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Wellness Program
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Subsidised Health Insurance
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Visa Sponsorship
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Competitive Salary
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Employee Discounts and Rewards
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Referral Bonuses
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Performance Bonus
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Company Supplied Technology
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Uniform Provided
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Flexible Work
All these are for permanent staff and include Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
