Diversional Therapist | Palmerston North

at  Metlifecare

• Health Insurance Automatic Cover + 3 Extra Paid Wellness Days per year
• 1 Paid Day of Leave to celebrate your birthday each year + Education Development and Training Support
• Access to discounts and cashbacks from over 100 retailers + Refer a friend incentive up to $1500.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Enthusiastic, creative outgoing and can think outside the box
• Experience in a similar role and working with groups of older people.
• A Diversional Therapist qualification
• Current First Aid Certificate preferred but not essential, we can provide training.
• Customer focused and able to work with a variety of residents, their families, and staff.
• Current Full Driver License

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. Metlifecare currently operates over 36 villages located around New Zealand and employs over 2000 staff.

Your career and sense of purpose will thrive at Palmerston North Village. Your caring nature will see our residents flourish with their planned activities and maintain active lives supporting their wellbeing! The hours available are 32 hours per week working M-F 9am to 4pm or Sunday to Thursday 9am to 4pm - you get to choose what works best for you!

• Liaising with families and staff to participate in leisure activities.
• Assisting our residents to participate in organised activities.
• Establish and maintain a therapeutic environment.
• Ensuring the health & safety of our residents.