Diversional Therapist

The Ultimate Care Group is a privately owned Specialist Residential Aged Care Services Provider. We offer rest home, hospital, and dementia care to the elderly in 18 residential facilities throughout New Zealand.

At Ultimate Care Rosedale, we are a family. We are looking for a dedicated, reliable person who has a passion for working with the elderly.

We have
**permanent full time opportunity**available for a qualified Diversional Therapist with experience in an Aged Residential Care environment. You will be our kaitiaki for our Activities Program for the Village and Hospital.

**Te Tranga**
**- About**
**the role**

You will be:

- Deliver the scheduled activities program for the village hospital as required.
- Providing clinical support to our passionate activities team and work closely alongside the Care staff
- Assisting and guiding our residents to take part in activities programs that are appropriate for their needs.
- Building strong relationships with residents, staff and visitors.

**pkenga -**
**About you**

We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, creative, outgoing and can think outside the square. You will have a genuine love for the elderly and want to make a difference in their lives, with the support of their families. You will need:

- To have completed a Certificate in Diversional Therapy and Community Health (level 4)
- Experience in both Diversional Therapy and Caregiving. Experience with kitchen food service will also be an advantage in this role.
- To be able work on a weekend day when rostered.
- Current First Aid certificate is preferred. If not this can be attained.
- Strong communication skills capable of working with a variety of residents, their families, and staff.
- Empathy and commitment to excellence in care of the elderly
- A sound understanding of Te Ao Mori and tikanga to ensure all services are culturally appropriate, fit for purpose and embedded into our day to day mahi.

**Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.**

**Join our we would love to hear from you.