Diversional Therapist

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.

The way we work is guided by our values - One Team, Strong Enough to Care and Strive to Be the Best. We know it takes a collective effort to bring a village to life and help it thrive, so Summerset is a place where everyone's uniqueness and diversity can shine.

When you're part of the Summerset team, you belong to a place where your work has real impact, who you are is fully embraced and where your career flourishes.

We are seeking a talented, passionate Recreational Therapist.

The role empowers you to create a recreational programme for seniors living in a care supportive environment. You will be leading a culture of purposeful engagement which promotes dignity and independence through the therapeutic recreation process.

This is a permanent, part-time role based out of our Kenepuru village.

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Promoting meaningful activities that meet the needs of residents.
• Empowering residents to make choices.
• Supporting residents to maintain autonomy and maximise independence.
• Encouraging and supporting residents to participate and engage in purposeful recreational programmes.
• Applying the APIED process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, documentation) for individual or group recreational programmes.
• Quality control and quality assurance of the recreational activities (monitoring, analysing, reviewing, reporting).

You:

• A passionate, flexible, self-motivated, innovative, energetic, open-minded individual.
• A person with sound understanding of holistic person-centered approach and a high level of human awareness (empathy & compassion).
• A person who can run individual and group recreational activities.
• A person with good communication skills and a strong willingness to learn.
• Full NZ Driver License and the ability to drive a Mobility Van.
• A Registered (qualified and licensed) Diversional and Recreational Therapist is desirable. If you don't hold a DRT Licence, or if you are not a Qualified DRTh, you must be willing to complete the NZQA Certificate in Diversional and Recreational Therapy.

We offer:

• A unique role that enables you to make a real difference in the lives of senior citizens.
• A friendly and supportive team.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing support.
• Competitive hourly rates (depends on qualification, registration, and experience).
• The ability to create and deliver innovative recreational programmes.
• A weekend rate of an additional 40 percent of the hourly rate.

If you believe you are the person for this role, then we would love to hear from you

Due to NZ Immigration requirements, we are obliged to consider candidates that already have the right to work in NZ for this role first. Due to this, we may not be able to support a visa application for this role. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment