Diversional Therapist at Summerset Retirement Villages in Howick, Auckland, New Zealand | Kablio

Role

Description

activity planning

resident support

team collaboration

progress monitoring

budget management

therapeutic design

As a Diversional Therapist at Summerset by the Park in Manukau, you will design and implement therapeutic recreation programmes for seniors, fostering dignity, independence and social connection through personalised activities.

Plan and run individual and group activities that are purposeful and enjoyable.
Support residents to participate in the social life of the Care Centre and wider village.
Collaborate with team members to extend activities across the village as appropriate.
Monitor and report resident progress while maintaining accurate activity records.
Manage monthly activity programme budgets with approval from the Village Manager.

Requirements

diversional therapy

first aid

driver’s licence

microsoft office

planning

communication

Hold a National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) or have at least 3 years relevant experience.
Demonstrate excellent planning and time management skills with a proactive mindset.
Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Possess a First Aid Certificate or be willing to complete a two‑day course.
Maintain a full, clean driver’s licence and ability to drive a Mobility Van.
Be confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

Receive additional weekend rates on the hourly wage.
Earn time and a half for all work or shifts over 8 hours in a day.
Access ongoing training and development opportunities.
Benefit from Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1997 Established

Year Founded

The company was founded in 1997 as a leader in retirement living.

Designs, develops, and manages a wide range of retirement villages, focusing on independent living and residential care services.
Expanded across New Zealand, with multiple villages located in key cities and towns.
Specializes in creating modern, high-quality facilities that offer a variety of accommodation options for retirees.
Strong commitment to resident care, with state-of-the-art care services tailored to meet changing health needs.
Consistently strives to innovate within the retirement village sector, balancing comfort, independence, and community support.
In recent years, has become a recognized leader in the industry, expanding its services and enhancing residents' quality of life.

Culture + Values

We put people first in everything we do.
We value quality, and are committed to delivering quality in every aspect of our business.
We embrace innovation and creativity to continually improve the lives of our residents.
We act with integrity and are committed to doing the right thing by our residents, team members, and communities.
We support and encourage the growth of our people.
We foster a positive, team-oriented, and respectful work environment.

Environment + Sustainability

30% reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

Aims to cut carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 as an interim step toward net zero.

Net Zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Energy-efficient buildings and renewable energy sources are key components of their sustainability strategy.
They actively monitor and reduce waste through effective recycling programs.
Water conservation initiatives are implemented across all villages to reduce environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

40%

Female Board Representation

The company's board of directors is composed of 40% female members.

Strives to create a diverse, inclusive workforce and a safe, welcoming environment for residents.
They have implemented policies to ensure equal opportunities across all levels of the organization.
Tracks and reports on gender diversity across various roles within the company.

Articles

Careers

Our Villages

Company

Overview

1997 Established

Year Founded

The company was founded in 1997 as a leader in retirement living.

Designs, develops, and manages a wide range of retirement villages, focusing on independent living and residential care services.
Expanded across New Zealand, with multiple villages located in key cities and towns.
Specializes in creating modern, high-quality facilities that offer a variety of accommodation options for retirees.
Strong commitment to resident care, with state-of-the-art care services tailored to meet changing health needs.
Consistently strives to innovate within the retirement village sector, balancing comfort, independence, and community support.
In recent years, has become a recognized leader in the industry, expanding its services and enhancing residents' quality of life.

Culture + Values

We put people first in everything we do.
We value quality, and are committed to delivering quality in every aspect of our business.
We embrace innovation and creativity to continually improve the lives of our residents.
We act with integrity and are committed to doing the right thing by our residents, team members, and communities.
We support and encourage the growth of our people.
We foster a positive, team-oriented, and respectful work environment.

Environment + Sustainability

30% reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

Aims to cut carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 as an interim step toward net zero.

Net Zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Energy-efficient buildings and renewable energy sources are key components of their sustainability strategy.
They actively monitor and reduce waste through effective recycling programs.
Water conservation initiatives are implemented across all villages to reduce environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

40%

Female Board Representation

The company's board of directors is composed of 40% female members.

Strives to create a diverse, inclusive workforce and a safe, welcoming environment for residents.
They have implemented policies to ensure equal opportunities across all levels of the organization.
Tracks and reports on gender diversity across various roles within the company.

Articles

Careers

Our Villages