Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator – Special Care Unit – Sat/Sun

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Canterbury · Richard Hadlee Retirement Village – Christchurch NZ part-time onsite Administration

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About the role

Help create meaningful moments and bring each day to life for our residents

Build genuine connections and make a positive difference every day

Support meaningful activities that enhance wellbeing and quality of life

Join a supportive team where creativity, compassion and care are valued

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our supportive team at our brand-new Richard Hadlee Retirement Village in Christchurch as an Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator. This is a Part Time position working Saturday and Sunday, 1.00pm to 5.00pm.

Working within our Special Care Unit, you'll help create meaningful moments that bring enjoyment, connection and purpose to each day. Through activities, social engagement and individual support, you'll play an important role in enhancing residents' wellbeing and quality of life.

In this role, you will:

Support the delivery of enjoyable activities tailored to residents' interests, abilities and individual needs

Encourage participation and build meaningful connections that support resident wellbeing

Facilitate small group and one-to-one activities that promote engagement and enjoyment

Support residents to remain active, connected and involved in daily life

Build positive relationships with residents, families and team members

Use digital tools to record participation and support programme planning

About You

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment, you'll bring:

Experience delivering activities in aged care, recreation, community services or a similar environment

A genuine passion for creating positive experiences for others

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Creativity, initiative and great organisational skills

Confidence engaging with residents and supporting individual needs

A warm, empathetic and resident-focused approach

Digital confidence and the ability to learn new systems and technology

About Ryman

Ryman is a leader in retirement living and care, employing over 7,700 people in New Zealand and Australia across a wide range of areas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.

At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of – because behind that promise is the standard we've always held ourselves to: it's got to be good enough for mum and dad.

We're in a period of real transformation, focusing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.

Benefits of working at a Ryman Village

Fun, friendly and supportive team environment

Certainty of hours through fixed rosters

Work in a beautiful, resort-style village

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Ryman Team Benefits Card with discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers

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.

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