Job Description
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Part Time
Application Closes 25 Jun 2026
Otago - Central Otago
Healthcare Support Worker
Activities Coordinator
Castlewood and Ranui, Alexandra
Part-time Permanent- 24 hours/ week, excluding weekends.
Across both homes for people at Residential, Hospital and dementia level care.
Opportunities to complete National Qualifications - earn while you learn!
Make a difference in an older person's daily life working as an Activities Coordinator
The Role
As an Activities Coordinator, you will plan, lead, and oversee activities that promote residents' dignity, independence, and well-being, while ensuring they remain connected and engaged. By providing meaningful, personalized activities, you will enhance their quality of life and respect their unique identity. You will also lead and supervise a team of Activities Assistants and Volunteers, ensuring effective service delivery, and take responsibility for recruiting, supporting, and inspiring Volunteers to contribute positively to the residents' experiences.
Hours: This is a permanent part-time position. The hours of work will be 24 hours per week excluding weekends.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
Have exceptional planning and organizational skills
Have excellent interpersonal skills including relationship building and advocacy skills
Be energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated and creative
Have a full driver’s license
Be empathetic and patient with elderly people.
A Diversional Therapy qualification or working towards one will be an added advantage
What We Offer
Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
Working with a team of passionate people
Personal growth and career development opportunities
Significant on-the-job training
Discounts with local businesses
About Us
Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1+06. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. We operate a highly regarded network of + care homes across Otago and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.
Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives. We strive for a family like environment for both residents and their loved ones.
Situated in the beautiful Alexandra, Ranui is home to 48 residents who are supported at hospital, rest home, and dementia level care. Our 4-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.
Join the team at Ranui - To apply click "Apply Now".
For further information contact Leigh McLeod, Facility Manager, on 03 448 8280.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
If you have difficulty applying, please email recruitment@psotago.org.nz
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
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Part Time
Application Closes 25 Jun 2026
Otago - Central Otago
Healthcare Support Worker
Activities Coordinator
Castlewood and Ranui, Alexandra
Part-time Permanent- 24 hours/ week, excluding weekends.
Across both homes for people at Residential, Hospital and dementia level care.
Opportunities to complete National Qualifications - earn while you learn!
Make a difference in an older person's daily life working as an Activities Coordinator
The Role
As an Activities Coordinator, you will plan, lead, and oversee activities that promote residents' dignity, independence, and well-being, while ensuring they remain connected and engaged. By providing meaningful, personalized activities, you will enhance their quality of life and respect their unique identity. You will also lead and supervise a team of Activities Assistants and Volunteers, ensuring effective service delivery, and take responsibility for recruiting, supporting, and inspiring Volunteers to contribute positively to the residents' experiences.
Hours: This is a permanent part-time position. The hours of work will be 24 hours per week excluding weekends.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
Have exceptional planning and organizational skills
Have excellent interpersonal skills including relationship building and advocacy skills
Be energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated and creative
Have a full driver’s license
Be empathetic and patient with elderly people.
A Diversional Therapy qualification or working towards one will be an added advantage
What We Offer
Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
Working with a team of passionate people
Personal growth and career development opportunities
Significant on-the-job training
Discounts with local businesses
About Us
Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1+06. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. We operate a highly regarded network of + care homes across Otago and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.
Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives. We strive for a family like environment for both residents and their loved ones.
Situated in the beautiful Alexandra, Ranui is home to 48 residents who are supported at hospital, rest home, and dementia level care. Our 4-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.
Join the team at Ranui - To apply click "Apply Now".
For further information contact Leigh McLeod, Facility Manager, on 03 448 8280.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
If you have difficulty applying, please email recruitment@psotago.org.nz
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
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