Health Care Assistant - Casual

Mō mātou - About us

Our Enliven services create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive, regardless of their age or ability. Our homes and villages are places where older people have companionship, choice, variety, fun, meaningful activity and a sense of purpose.

The residents tell us they love the friendly, vibrant and family-focused atmosphere. Of course, they love the beautiful views and atmosphere.

Mō te tūranga - About the role

We have a Health Care Assistant role to fill in a hospital-level care capacity for multiple shifts. We work with a fixed roster so you can plan ahead but the ability to offer some flexibility to pick up additional shifts, to provide cover in the home is always welcomed. So get in touch and have a chat with us, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Health Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing support to our residents in their daily living and social requirements. Your key responsibilities will be:

• Deliver the highest standard of personalised care to every resident
• Support and encourage residents to maintain their independence and make decisions for themselves
• Assist and support the activities of daily living in a way that meets the Eden principles and the Domains of Wellbeing
• Take instruction and tasks from the Registered Nurse
• Ensure resident’s needs are attended to effectively and in a timely manner

Mō koe - About You

As well as a passion for the wellbeing of older people, you will be enthusiastic but patient and well organised; with great interpersonal skills and a sense of humour. You will share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. In addition, you will have:

• Careerforce Level 2 Health and Wellbeing Certificate or above.
• Experience in providing hospital level care
• Ability to be an active member of a team environment
• Good verbal communication and documentation skills
• Basic computer skills

What’s in it for me?

As part of your work you will be given the opportunity and support to gain nationally recognised qualifications in Health and Wellbeing and to be part of a committed team delivering high quality care to our residents.

• A progressive pay scale that recognises your qualifications $24.08 - $30.00 per hour, based on skills & experience
• Opportunities for additional training for career advancement into positions of responsibility
• Smart uniforms provided, with various aspects of attire available to suit your style – you choose the colour!
• Working in a team in a peer supported environment.
• Staff Wellbeing initiatives focused on a different aspect of personal health and wellbeing
• Access to discounted health insurance and free counselling services for all staff
• Ability to work a roster that enables you to manage work/life balance.

Come and find out more about our Home and why our teams enjoy working as part of the Enliven family!

Applications:

Start your application process by clicking the APPLY button. If you need more information first, get in touch with Bureau Manager - Amanda Dubier via email [email protected]. We will shortlist and interview as applications come in.

Please note: Apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand

As a healthcare provider, Enliven operates a ‘Smoke Free’ policy onsite.