• Healthcare & Medicine
• Aged Care
• Canterbury
• Permanent / Full Time

30/8/2024

DIVERSIONAL THERAPIST - ULTIMATE CARE LAKEWOOD

Ultimate Care Lakewood is a haven of exceptional care and unwavering compassion for individuals living with dementia. Our 36-bed facility is designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment that prioritises the well-being and dignity of each resident.

We have permanent full time opportunity available for a qualified Diversional Therapist experienced in an Aged Residential Care environment with a passion to engage and work with individuals living with Dementia. The role is for 4 days a week - Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday - 11.30am – 8.00pm.

Te Tūranga - About the role

You will:

• Deliver the scheduled activities program 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.
• Remuneration rate dependent on experience, qualifications and registration.

Ō pūkenga - 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 or working towards completion of a Certificate in Diversional Therapy and Community Health (level 4)
• Hourly rate starting from $28.25 per hour for qualified Diversional Therapists
• 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
• Have Diversional Therapy Registration or be able to register.
• To be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of Te Ao Māori and tikanga to ensure all services are culturally appropriate, fit for purpose and embedded into our day to day mahi.
• Available to work full time rostered shifts.

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

Join our team; we would love to hear from you.

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 19 residential facilities throughout New Zealand.