Diversional Therapist

Full TimeApplication Closes 07 Aug 2025 Wellington - Upper Hutt CityHealthcare Support WorkerJoin our team at St Joseph's Lifecare to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment. St Joseph's Lifecare is Care Home with hospital care situated in Upper Hutt, Wellington, which is an exciting place to work, live and raise a family. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy. Why would you want to work anywhere else?About UsHeritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider. We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whānau. About Our RolePermanent Full-time (32 hours or more per week)AM and Weekend shifts.

As a Diversional Therapist, you will ensure residents have opportunities to be involved in interesting and varied activities offered to them daily that meet their physical, cognitive, social, spiritual and emotional needs, and encourage community involvement. This is a truly rewarding opportunity that will bring a difference in the lives of others. You will have a bubbly and enthusiastic personality and will genuinely enjoy working alongside our residents to ensure they are engaged in different activities that suit their interests and needs.

You will enjoy using your creativity and ‘outside of the box’ ideas to come up with new opportunities and activities. Skills & ExperienceA Diversional Therapy qualification Previous DT experience within psychogeriatric and dementiaGood verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsStrong time management and prioritising skills, with the ability to multitaskThe ability to lead a team of others and work cohesively within a team environmentMust have full driver license and able to drive a manual van or willing to learnUnderstanding of Nga Paerewa sectors standards and applying the Treaty of Waitangi standards in the workplace.

What’s In It For YouWork for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand. Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience. Opportunities for professional development and advancement. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Join UsSubmit an online application today by selecting the ‘Apply’ linkHeritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Following NZ Immigration requirements, we must first consider candidates that already hold the right to work in NZ for this role. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role. Diversional-Therapist. pdf