Activity & Lifestyle Coordinator

About the Company At Ryman Healthcare, our William Sanders Retirement Village is dedicated to fostering a strong sense of family and community. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere where both residents and staff enjoy their time together. Our guiding principle is to ensure that everything we do meets our high standards, as if it were good enough for our own mothers. Our team takes great joy in bringing smiles to the faces of our residents. About the Role We are excited to invite applications for the position of Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator within our supportive team. This is a full-time, fixed-term role to cover maternity leave, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 16:30. The position is scheduled to begin on October 14, 2025, and will conclude on April 15, 2026. Candidates must possess a full driver's license and be comfortable driving a manual van. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and implementing a variety of recreational, social, and craft activities for our residents. Your efforts will play a vital role in promoting happiness, well-being, and quality of life for all those we serve. You will also work closely with and support your colleagues in delivering exceptional care. About You To excel in our supportive and caring environment, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate: - Strong empathy and patience when interacting with elderly residents - Outstanding communication skills - A reliable, friendly, and professional demeanor Benefits of Working at a Ryman Village We offer a fun, friendly, and supportive team environment that values your contributions. You will benefit from certainty of hours through fixed rosters and work in a beautiful, resort-style village. We also provide opportunities for professional development and career progression, along with a Ryman Team Benefits Card that offers discounts from a variety of suppliers and retailers. While experience in aged care is preferred, it is not a requirement for this role. If you are interested in joining a company with a clear purpose focused on safety, kindness, and the development of our people, we would love to hear from you.