Activity and Lifestyle Assistant

Calling creative individuals who can support the implementation of our fun, fulfilling and fabulous village lifestyle program. Join the activities team today!

Creative, varied and rewarding work
Put a smile on our residents faces, who will soon become family!
Advance your career in the health & wellbeing space
About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our crucial support team as an Activity and Lifestyle Assistant at Shona McFarlane Retirement Village in Avalon Lower Hutt. This is a casual position with flexibility to work across reception shifts as well.

We love when our lifestyle assistants use their creative flair to make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents. This is a diverse role, and no two days are the same! You will:

Promote happiness, wellbeing, and quality of life for all residents
Work closely with the activities team to ensure our events calendar runs smoothly
Run our resident bingo - it sure is a fan favourite
Assist in the delivery of various workshops, social and craft activities. Anything from bake offs, fashion shows and even floristry demonstrations
Accompany residents on various outings
About You

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have:

Strong empathy
Outstanding communication skills
A creative flair you're not afraid to let shine
Certificate III/IV in Leisure & Lifestyle is desired (but not essential for the right candidate)
About Ryman


Welcome to Ryman! We're a growing and agile organisation with a culture based on kindness, and excellence. We're one of New Zealand and Victoria's fastest growing employers, with career options across a range of different sectors - from construction and nursing, to sales, village, design, technology and office roles.

We take pride in the fact that our people are naturally empathetic and caring. In fact, we believe that's essential to the way we work! We think our people are one of a kind.


Ryman Perks

Work in a facility that operates more like a family business. We are well resourced and have great care ratios
Fun, friendly and supportive team environment
Monthly employee recognition
Receive a complementary designer uniform
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Receive a Ryman Team Benefits card with discounts from 45+ well-known brands
At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.

If you're our KIND of person we'd love to hear from you!

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

 
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