Day Programme Facilitator

Based in Nelson Whakatū (Nelson)

• 1 Permanent part-time position (26 hours Tuesday - Friday)

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ke tēnei mahi (About the position)

The Enliven Services exist to ensure that older New Zealanders have the access they need to community-based support - from someone to talk to, activities to join in with or help that will ensure a safe, healthy independence so they can continue to live at home. We believe that everyone has the right to age with dignity and to fully enjoy life.

Enliven provides a range of services that help keep older people/kaumātua socially connected and promote health and wellbeing. Our Enliven Day Programmes provide a safe and welcoming space for older people in the community to attend to socialise, participate in activities and share a meal with others. 

As a Day Programme Facilitator for our Harakeke Club, you will plan and facilitate activities and interactions within the Day Programme for older people living with dementia that are responsive to their needs and values.

He aha ta matou e tuku atu ki a koe (What we can offer you)

• An opportunity to make a difference, working with diverse cultures within New Zealand 
• Work with highly passionate people
• Up to date IT systems
• A safe, healthy and supportive work environment
• A people focused culture (he tangata he tangata he tangata) 
• Flexible working policies and environment
• Medical Insurance cover for employees working over 20 hours per week
• This position is under The Care and Support Workers Pay Equity 
• Extra leave entitlements like Birthday and Whānau Leave!
• EAP and employee benefits programmes (www.myboost.co.nz)

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an ideal applicant?)

Someone who will:

• Hold a Level 4 certificate in Health & Wellbeing/Diversional Therapy/Occupational Therapist or have equivalent experience
• Be experienced in working with older people at varied stages of dementia
• Have relevant experience in facilitating varied activities and programmes for older people
• Have well developed group facilitation experience
• Understand the challenges and opportunities facing older people in the community
• Have demonstrated strengths in listening and communication
• Have a desire to assist older people to live at home with dignity and purpose

Ko wai mātou (Who we are) 

Presbyterian Support aims to create a better life for everyone. Our social services are focused on whakawhanaungatanga and manākitanga (relationships and hospitality) to help to build safer, stronger, more connected families and communities. This includes supporting older people to maintain their wellbeing and positive social connections as they age and helping tamariki, teens and families to learn, grow and thrive.

We have sites across the upper South Island covering the Tasman & Marlborough (Te Tau Ihu o te waka a Maui), West Coast (Te Tai Poutini) and Canterbury districts (Ōtautahi & Hakatere).

Our vision is for an equitable, compassionate, and inclusive society and our mission is to enhance the mana of children/Tamariki, young people/Rangatahi, families/whānau and older people/kaumātua to be safe, resilient, and connected.

Since July 2023, we have embraced a Co-Governance model at both the Board and senior leadership levels, reflecting our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and fostering shared responsibility in our leadership.

Nau Mai Haere Mai 

Me pehea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

Click apply now with your CV and a Cover letter!

Applications close: 11th April 2025

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Confidential enquiries about the role are welcome to Maaike Faber van Burik: maaikef@psusi.org.nz

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