Activity and Lifestyle Assistant

About the Company At Ryman Healthcare, we believe that life should become richer with age. As a leader in retirement living and aged care, our mission is to enhance freedom, connection, and well-being for individuals as they grow older. We operate 49 villages across New Zealand and Australia, employing approximately 7,700 team members in various sectors. We are also proud to be the first healthcare company to receive the Wellbeing Tick, reflecting our commitment to quality care. At the heart of our operations lies our guiding principle: everything we do must be 'Good enough for mum and dad.' About the Role We are excited to offer a part-time position as an Activity and Lifestyle Assistant within our supportive team. This role is based in our Resthome unit and requires availability on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM. In this position, you will be responsible for delivering a variety of recreational, diversional, social, and craft activities for our residents. Your efforts will play a vital role in promoting happiness, well-being, and quality of life among all residents. You will also work closely with and support your colleagues, fostering a collaborative team environment. About You To excel in our caring and supportive environment, we are looking for candidates who possess the following qualities: - Strong empathy and understanding - Outstanding communication skills - A reliable, friendly, and professional demeanor Please note that while we welcome applications from overseas candidates, due to immigration requirements, applicants must have New Zealand work rights for this position. Benefits Working at a Ryman Village comes with a variety of 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 - Access to the Ryman Team Benefits Card, offering discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers While experience in aged care is preferred, it is not essential. At Ryman, we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, actively encouraging anyone interested in joining our team to apply for our available positions. If you are eager to be a part of an organization that values 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. As a result, the job advertisement may close earlier than anticipated.