Diversional Therapist

Our Elderslea Lodge Village in Upper Hutt are looking for a full-timeDiversional Therapist to join their dedicated team. What you’ll be doing: Leading our passionate activities team Working closely withthe care team, residents and their families to create fun and varied activities programmes Motivating our residents to take part in our activities programmes while maintaininga safe environment Building rapport with residents, staff and visitors. What you’ll bring: Previous experience in a similar position National Certificate in Diversional Therapyor equivalenthealth ofeldersqualification Great people skills with an ability to motivate others to get involved in activities Good computer and system management skills Ability to follow policies and procedures to meet audit requirements Full NZ Driverslicence Flexible multitasking and time management skills. Reimagining the Retirement and Aged Care Living experience in New Zealand. Why Work at Oceania At Oceania, our people are the driving force behind our purpose to reimagine retirement and aged care living in New Zealand. We recognise that an engaged and diverse workforce is central to delivering exceptional care and enriching the lives of our residents. We’re the proud owner and operator of over 35 villages across New Zealand, providing independent living and aged care living to more than 4,000 residents. Our core activities include the development, construction and operation of integrated retirement and aged care living residences to provide remarkable experiences that enable our residents to keep living the life they love and stay connected to what matters the most. At Oceania, we build homes and communities, not just villages. Our spaces are designed to enable our residents to live the way they always have, with value, purpose and connection to the things that matter most. We're led by them, and it's this shared value to ‘Believe in Better’ that makes our approach different. What we offer Competitive remuneration package A safe and healthy working environment with access to a free, confidential support service Opportunities for ongoing development and career progression Access to a range of great staff discounts with our suppliers We’re the proud owner and operator of over 30 aged care centres and retirement villages across New Zealand. As the third largest provider of aged care in New Zealand, we are passionate about supporting our local communities and providing the very best care to meet kiwi’s needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr