Village Lifestyle Assistant - Part Time

About the Company At Ryman, we believe that a fulfilling life grows richer with age. As a leader in retirement living and aged care, our purpose is to enhance freedom, connection, and well-being as people grow older. We proudly operate 48 villages across New Zealand and Australia, employing approximately 7,700 team members across various sectors. We are also the first healthcare company to receive the Wellbeing Tick. Our guiding principle is simple: everything we do must be "Good enough for mum and dad." About the Role We are excited to offer a part-time opportunity for a Village Lifestyle Coordinator at our beautiful Linda Jones Retirement Village in Hamilton. In this role, you will work the following shifts: - Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Thursday from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM - Friday from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM - Saturday from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM Your responsibilities will include planning and delivering engaging activities for our Independent Residents, fostering active participation, and promoting their happiness, well-being, and quality of life. You will work closely with the Activities Team and collaborate with various village departments to ensure a vibrant community atmosphere. About You To succeed in our supportive and caring environment, you should possess: - Strong empathy and compassion - Outstanding communication skills - A reliable, friendly, and professional demeanor Benefits Working at Ryman offers several benefits, including: - A fun, friendly, and supportive team environment - Certainty of hours through fixed rosters - The opportunity to work in a beautiful, resort-style village - Opportunities for professional development and career progression - A Ryman Team Benefits Card that provides discounts from a variety of suppliers and retailers While experience in aged care is desirable, it is not essential. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We celebrate diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for our vacancies. If you are interested in becoming part of an organization dedicated to innovation, kindness, and excellence, we would love to hear from you. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur before the advertised closing date. This means that the job listing may close prior to the stated closing date.