Recreational Therapist - Fixed Term

Summerset

Christchurch, New Zealand
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
On-site
Planning and running activities
Monitoring resident progress
Managing activity budgets
Summerset is seeking a Recreational Therapist for a fixed-term role at their Casebrook Village in Christchurch, New Zealand. The position focuses on creating engaging recreational programs for seniors, emphasizing dignity, independence, and social connection

Job Summary

  • As a Recreational Therapist/Diversional Therapist at our Casebrook Village, you’ll be empowered to create a recreational programme for seniors living in a care supportive environment.
  • Through personalised recreation plans and engaging activities, you’ll help residents maintain independence, dignity, and connection with others.
  • Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Summerset is seeking a Recreational Therapist for a fixed-term role at their Casebrook Village in Christchurch, New Zealand. The position focuses on creating engaging recreational programs for seniors, emphasizing dignity, independence, and social connection.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Weekend rates of an additional 40% on your hourly rate, Time and a half for all work or shifts over 8 hours in a day, Training opportunities, Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Planning and running activities
  • Monitoring resident progress
  • Managing activity budgets
  • Therapeutic recreation process
  • Purposeful engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Creative and compassionate
  • Genuine interest in older people
  • Teamwork and drive for excellence
  • Diversity strengthens team

Key Requirements

  • 3 years of relevant work experience
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Full, clean driver’s licence
  • Ability to drive a Mobility Van
  • Confidence using Microsoft Office

Work Rights

Not specified

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