Activities Assistant

Whangarei
Exciting opportunity has come available for an Activities Assistant in our Whangarei facility - Selwyn Park. Selwyn Park is set in park-like grounds seven kilometres from Whangarei city centre and is surrounded by grasslands, with mature trees and a native bush backdrop.
Your role will primarily support the Activities Coordinator to help with the implementation of programmes while meeting the resident's needs. You will enhance the quality of life of our residents, while providing a varied programme of activities and entertainment. You will be working with rest home, hospital and dementia level residents and at times you may be required to transport residents to/from trips. The role will also require you to provide assistance with personal care when required, so flexibility is key!
This position is working 37.5 hours, on a fortnightly roster:
Week 1: Fri, Sat and Sun (0900-1700), 22.5 hours
Week 2: Fri and Sat (0900-1700), 15 hours
To be considered for this role, you must have:
The Selwyn Foundation is one of New Zealand's largest charitable provider of services to people over 65. This role represents a great opportunity to work in a professional, growing organisation, where you can make a real difference to the lives of our Elders. If you want to be part of an organisation that is transforming aged care and is a reputable provider of residential services with a friendly and supportive working environment, then apply now!