About the role
Reporting to the Kemp Nurse Manager, you will plan and deliver individual and group programmes that reflect residents’ interests, strengths, cultural identity, and personal goals. You will work alongside residents, whānau, the care team, and allied health professionals to support independence and connection.
This roster includes both Saturday and Sunday, helping residents enjoy meaningful activities throughout the week.
What you will do
Get to know residents and develop individual activity plans that reflect their preferences, abilities, and support needs.
Deliver engaging activities, recreation, and community outings, adapting support for residents with cognitive, sensory, communication, or mobility difficulties.
Encourage participation while respecting each resident’s choice, pace, and right to decline.
Work with the care team and whānau, maintain accurate records, and review whether activities are improving residents’ wellbeing.
Keep activities safe and culturally responsive, follow infection prevention procedures, and promptly report changes or concerns to the registered nurse.
What you will bring
A relevant qualification in diversional therapy or recreation therapy, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting older adults in a care or healthcare setting.
Knowledge of therapeutic activity planning, delivery, and evaluation.
Excellent communication skills, empathy, patience, and respect for residents’ choices.
The organisation and professional judgement to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
A commitment to culturally responsive practice, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and safe care.
A current driver’s licence.
The ability to play a musical instrument is an advantage.
About Wellington City Mission
At Kemp Home & Hospital, you will contribute to Wellington City Mission’s vision of people and communities empowered, transformed, and experiencing fullness of life. Our values of aroha, manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tūmanako guide how we care for residents and work together. The role includes team meetings, professional supervision, and ongoing learning.
To apply, submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications, experience with older adults, and what you will bring to the role. Please confirm your availability for the Wednesday to Sunday roster.
Please note: Applications that do not include both a cover letter and a CV will not be considered.
Applications close Thursday 5 November 2026.
For a copy of the Position Description, please email [email protected]