Day Programme Facilitator

Tōtara Day Programme Facilitator (Enliven Older Person Services)

• Based in Blenheim
• Permanent part-time position 
• Closing date: Tuesday 5 May

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

Our Enliven Day Programme in Blenheim provides 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 Tōtara Club, you will plan and facilitate activities for older people that are responsive to their needs and values. 

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

We are committed to supporting our employees and providing a positive work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including:

• An opportunity to make a difference working with diverse cultures within Aotearoa
• Work with highly passionate, motivated, and dedicated people
• Be part of a team committed to caring for older persons
• A safe, healthy and supportive work environment
• A people focused culture where wellbeing is not just talked about
• Stimulating, challenging and rewarding work
• Up to date I.T. systems
• Flexible working policy and environment
• EAP and employee benefits programme (www.myboost.co.nz)
• Medical Insurance Cover
• Extra leave entitlements like Birthday and whānau leave!

He kōrero mōu (About you)

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have previous experience working with older persons
• Hold a certificate Level 2-4 in Health and Wellbeing or be a Qualified Diversional Therapist. Desirable but not essential.
• Have experience working with groups of people facilitating and organising activities
• Be able to work with groups of people in a calm and positive friendly way
• Be supportive of our volunteers who are valued contributors to our Day Programmes
• Work with volunteers and demonstrate support and appreciation of the contribution our volunteers make
• Be committed to care for our elderly clients with dignity and respect
• Manage changes which occur within the daily programmes dependent on the daily numbers
• Be comfortable and confident working with technology
• Be able to work well in a team environment
• Have demonstrated strengths in listening and communication
• Have a desire to assist older people to live at home with dignity and purpose
• Have an openness to and enjoyment of differences in values, beliefs, and cultural practices including gender identity, sexual orientation and differing levels of ability.
• Willing and competent to work safely with a diverse range of cultures including Māori and Pasifika
• Live and embody the PSUSI values in your mahi: Aroha, Whakawhanaungatanga, Tikanga, Kaitiakitanga and Kotahitanga
• Embrace PSUSI's cultural journey and be keen to upskill in te reo Māori
• Demonstrate empathy and resilience, initiative and self-motivation
• Have highly developed communication, organisational and time management skills
• Have a full clean driver's licence
• Pass a Police Vetting check

Ko wai mātou (Who we are) 

Presbyterian Support Upper South Island aims to create a better life for everyone. Our vision is for a compassionate, equitable and inclusive society. Through our social service brands, Enliven and Family Works, we are focused on whakawhanaungatanga and manaakitanga (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 are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our everyday practice. Frontline kaimahi are expected to work in ways that uphold mana, support equitable outcomes for Māori, and strengthen whānau voice and participation. This includes building respectful relationships, demonstrating cultural humility, and engaging in practices that reflect partnership, protection, and participation.

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. We manaakitanga all those on a journey to embrace the use of te reo Māori and improve their capability in tikanga and encourage you to apply for this role.

We are proudly inclusive of all sexual orientations, genders, and abilities - we provide an inclusive safe space for all.

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, Waimakariri & Hakatere).

How do I apply? - Me pehea ahau e tono ai?

Nau Mai Haere Mai 

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Does this sound like the ideal role for you? If you match the above criteria, click apply now with your CV and a Cover letter!

Applications close 5 May 2026, so we encourage you to apply early. We will review applications as they are received and begin the process straight away, rather than waiting until the closing date to find the right person.