Activities Coordinator

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. 

At Summerset we are here to bring the best of life to our residents. To do this, we know we need to take care of our people to form a team who are strong enough to care, operate as one team, and strive to do their best.

The role:

We are looking for an energetic and creative Activities Coordinator to join our Napier village. Ideally you will have experience in events, hospitality or aged care, but more important to us will be your genuine care of people from all walks of life.

You will plan and facilitate a variety of engaging activities and events for our residents, including special celebrations such as the Mid-Winter extravaganza, Oktoberfest and Chinese new Year (to name a few). Your role will ensure that residents receive exceptional support, managing the needs of vulnerable residents and maintaining effective communication with their families. With your creative flair, you'll bring celebrations to life by decorating and creating themed experiences around key calendar events. A good level of fitness will also be beneficial for delivering exercise programs, organising regular outings, and coordinating sporting and recreational events.

The hours for this role are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm however will need to be flexible around events. 

About you:

• Positive “can-do” attitude that results in a harmonious relationship for staff and residents
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to convey an idea and inspire enthusiasm and interest
• A genuine interest in working with older people and a positive attitude to ageing
• Good written communication skills that target the audience and medium appropriately
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Computer literacy with using Microsoft Outlook (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Current first aid certificate
• LCQ qualification (or prepared to undertake training)
• A current driver license

What we offer:

• Southern Cross Health Essentials, covering up to 75% of charges for GP's, dentists, physios and more.
• Annual company  Applause Awards where we recognise and thank those that exemplify bringing the best of life.
• A day off on your birthday
• Discounts at a range of suppliers 
• Contributions to your fundraising efforts for nationwide charities.

Next steps:

Applications for this role will close on Monday 12th May. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! 

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.