CHT Hillcrest - Activities Coordinator - Fixed term

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CHT Hillcrest is hiring a fixed term Activities Coordinator to plan, coordinate and deliver activities for residents, promote social engagement, document outcomes, manage supplies and schedules, and uphold health and safety while collaborating with the care team to strengthen the programme. The role values compassion for older people, confident group facilitation and communication, professional conduct, and a willingness to learn and lead when needed. Benefits include long service leave, a shoe voucher, training and wellbeing support in a not-for-profit environment that reinvests in care. To apply, tailor your CV and cover letter to eldercare experience, activity planning, teamwork, safety, and alignment with CHT values, noting Mangere location.

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CHT Care Homes is a trusted, not-for-profit organisation with over 60 years of experience supporting older New Zealanders. With 21 homes across the North Island, we’re proudly values-led—centred on care, compassion, comfort, companionship and connectedness.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver individual and group activities that meet residents’ needs
• Encourage social interaction and participation, and document activity outcomes
• Maintain activity supplies and monthly activity schedules
• Follow health and safety requirements and report incidents
• Work collboratively with the care team to improve the activity programme

Key Attributes
• Compassionate and empathetic toward older people
• Confident facilitating group activities with good communication skills
• Friendly, professional, and a supportive team member
• Willing to learn, follow guidance, and show leadership when needed

Benefits of working at CHT
• Long service leave and recognition for your commitment
• An annual shoe voucher—because comfort matters
• Ongoing training, development, and leadership opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives and EAP support
• The reassurance of working for a not-for-profit that reinvests in its people, care homes, and resident experience
If you’re looking for purposeful caregiving work in a beautiful location—and want to be part of a supportive, values-driven team—this is the place for you.
Join us at CHT and bring comfort, care, and connection to our residents every day