Caregiver

• Full Time
• Application Closes 03 Aug 2024
• Bay of Plenty - Te Puke
• Healthcare Support Worker

 Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Rewarding opportunity to become a Caregiver and grow within a supportive environment.
• Permanent Full Time 32 Hours (or more per week)/Night & weekend shifts.
• Competitive hourly rate & staff benefits

Working as a Caregiver at Carter House no two days will be the same, but you can be certain that each day you will leave work feeling fulfilled knowing that you’ve made a big difference in somebody else’s day. The work can be challenging, but it is also meaningful and rewarding, and your supportive and welcoming team will become your second family. As a Caregiver, you will use your skills to:

• Work together in a team to provide a safe, caring, and supportive environment for our residents.
• Follow individual resident care plans.
• Form lasting relationships with residents and their whanāu | family.
• Adapt and support your wider team members to create a great team environment.

We are seeking two Permanent Full Time Caregivers to join our team, working night shifts throughout the week. 

He pūkenga tou | Skills & Experience

• A great team spirit with empathy and drive to make a difference in the lives of others.
• Good communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate with residents, their families and your team members.
• Be familiar with computers and have the ability to learn new systems.
• Experience within aged care would be beneficial & must have a Level 4 certificate.

Ngā mea e tukuna ana e tātau | What we offer our employees. 

• The opportunity to work within a progressive environment and with an organization that has a solid focus to ensure the delivery of respectful and caring services that is safe for residents and staff.
• Attractive hourly rate of $29.10.
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment with approachable and supportive management.
• Focus on your professional development and career progression, providing a variety of development opportunities and support to complete qualifications.
• Access to an Employee Discounts.
• Rewarded with knowing that you have made a change in the life of someone else that has made their day better.

Nau mai haere mai ki Heritage Lifecare | Welcome to Heritage Lifecare

Heritage Lifecare is a trusted aged care provider to over 2,500 people, providing residential aged care services and care homes throughout New Zealand. We are driven to nurture and grow environments that feel like home by promoting inclusion, interaction, and strong community values. Our team is built on the foundation of respecting individuals, both residents and staff. We pride ourselves on creating a ‘Better everyday – everyday’ for our residents. We believe in our values of: 

• Kia tika te rere o te waka - People First 
• Poipoia te angitu - Nurturing Success 
• He toa takitini - Better Together 

We recognise the Treaty of Waitangi and its importance to Māori and how it applies to the work at Heritage Lifecare. This includes adhering to the concepts of whanaungatanga, whakapapa and manaakitanga when dealing with people to foster an environment where people can work together with ease and understanding.

Tono mai | How to Apply

Please submit an online application by selecting the ‘Apply’ link.  You will be taken to our online application platform to complete an easy online application.  Applicants must be a New Zealand Citizen/Resident or hold a valid work visa.