Activities Assistant

5 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Kisco Senior Living Full time
Job Description

The Wellness Assistant provides exemplary service to residents through presenting classes and instruction, coordinating events, and assisting with transportation as needed.

Availability: Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9am-5pm or 10am-6pm

What will I do every day?

  • Promote and monitor resident attendance and participation in all Wellness programs
  • Teach and facilitate programs as appropriate
  • Implement a variety of group and individual Wellness programs
  • Work with volunteers and community groups to implement various programs
  • Assist in setting up Wellness and community events
  • Assist with scheduling transportation as required
  • Drive vehicles as necessary

What will I need to be successful in this role?

  • Bring a smile to work every day
  • Be a great team player
  • High school graduate
  • One to two years of experience in wellness programs (preferably with seniors)
  • Experience leading exercise classes and assisting with exercise equipment preferred

Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?

  • Valid driver's license and proof of good driving record
  • Commercial driver's license or ability to obtain one within reasonable time of employment (as required)
  • First Aid Certification

What's in it for me? (Great Question)

  • Competitive pay
  • A free meal per shift
  • Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
  • Matching 401k (Full-time only)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
  • Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for the past 25 years.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process which includes: successfully passing a drug screen, TB Test and Background Check.

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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