Caregiver
About this role
Heritage Lifecare has rewarding opportunity available for a permanent Full-Time basis to join our dedicated team at Harewood Road located in Papanui, Christchurch.
About Us:
At Heritage Lifecare, we provide residential aged care services and facilities throughout New Zealand to over 2,500 people. As a trusted aged care provider, our successful growth has stemmed from the ability to nurture and grow environments that feel like home – promoting inclusion, interaction and strong community values. Respecting individuals, both residents and staff, is the foundation stone on which Heritage Lifecare has been built. Join our team at Harewood Road to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment.
- Permanent Full-time (32 or more hours per week)
- Hourly rate of $27.80 - $30.03
- Rewarding opportunity to provide holistic care to residents
As a Caregiver at Harewood Road, 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
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
- Level 4 Dementia papers required
- Medication competent
- First Aid certificate
- Minimum NZQA Level 3 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or equivalent overseas qualification.
- Experience within aged care would be beneficial
- Understanding of Nga Paerewa sectors standards and applying the Treaty of Waitangi standards in the workplace.
What’s in it for you:
- Work 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 Us:
Submit an online application today by selecting the ‘Apply’ link
Heritage 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
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