Activities Coordinator at Summerset

Wainui, Auckland Region, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Planning, Hospitality, Aged Care, Communication, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Creativity, Fitness, Multi-tasking, Computer Literacy, First Aid, Driver License, Positive Attitude, Teamwork, Engagement, Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. Job Description We are looking for an energetic and creative Activities Coordinator to join our Milldale village. Ideally you will have experience in events, hospitality or aged care, but more important to us will be your genuine care of people from all walks of life. You will plan and facilitate a variety of engaging activities and events for our residents, including special celebrations such as the Mid-Winter extravaganza, Oktoberfest and Chinese new Year (to name a few). Your role will ensure that residents receive exceptional support, managing the needs of vulnerable residents and maintaining effective communication with their families. With your creative flair, you'll bring celebrations to life by decorating and creating themed experiences around key calendar events. A good level of fitness will also be beneficial for delivering exercise programs, organising regular outings, and coordinating sporting and recreational events. This is a permanent full-time role working between 8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday, however will need to be flexible around events. Qualifications As an experienced Activities Coordinator, you understand how to shape daily rhythms, keep activities engaging, and ensure every program stays organised and on track with ease. About you: Positive “can-do” attitude that results in a harmonious relationship for staff and residents Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to convey an idea and inspire enthusiasm and interest A genuine interest in working with older people and a positive attitude to ageing Good written communication skills that target the audience and medium appropriately Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task Computer literacy with using Microsoft Outlook (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) Current first aid certificate LCQ qualification (or prepared to undertake training) A current driver license At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team. Additional Information Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include: Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance Uniform provided Birthday leave Discounts at a range of suppliers Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Friday 30th January. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! Employee Type: Permanent Work Location: Milldale

Responsibilities

The Activities Coordinator will plan and facilitate a variety of engaging activities and events for residents, ensuring exceptional support and effective communication with families. The role includes managing the needs of vulnerable residents and creating themed experiences around key calendar events.