Health Care Assistant - Chalmers - Casual
Health Care Assistant – Casual – New Plymouth
Mō mātou - About us
When you join Presbyterian Support Central (PSC), you’re becoming part of something truly special, a not-for-profit organisation that’s been helping people for more than 115 years.
Everything we do is about supporting people at the most vulnerable times of their lives, whether that’s an older person needing care and connection, or a family working through tough times.
PSC has two well-known service brands that lie at the heart of our mahi:
- Enliven: our positive ageing services that create age-friendly communities where older people have companionship, choice, fun, and purpose. Being part of our team means embracing a values-based approach and contributing to a not-for-profit service dedicated to supporting elders.
- Family Works: our social services supporting children and whānau through counselling, social work, life-skills and parenting programmes and safety services.
Chalmers Home combines excellent clinical care with companionship and meaningful activity. Residents enjoy sea views and established gardens. Chalmers Home offers a welcoming environment with compassionate care, modern facilities, and strong community connections.
Together, we make a lasting difference.
Mō te tūranga - About the role
We are looking for Healthcare Assistants working casually to support our Chalmers Home in New Plymouth which offers Rest Home and Hospital Level of Care. Hours of work are AM, PM and Night shifts across a 7 day week.
You will work as part of an Enliven team in a peer-supported environment, where everyone wants to deliver great quality care to our residents and ensure they have a positive experience whilst living in our home. We value the flexibility you can bring with you as we appreciate every team member that can support our Homes to be a great place to live and work.
In this role you will:
- Provide daily living and care support to our Elders
- Encourage independence and resident‑led decision making
- Deliver high‑quality, individualised support
- Follow and encourage all health and safety practices and procedures
- Work under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse team
- Ensure resident needs are met 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. You will share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect, and operate with a person-centred approach and high care standards. Whether you are spending time with staff or residents, it's all about the way we communicate with each other and how we get the job done that counts towards making the difference to everyone's day.
We are looking for someone you can offer the following:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Health Care Assistant
- Hold a Health & Wellbeing Certificate Level 2 or higher, or currently working towards it
- Passionate about supporting the wellbeing of older people
- Patient, organised, and a strong team player
- Good verbal communication and documentation skills
- Be comfortable using a computer and keeping digital records
Mō ō tātou painga – About our benefits
A job with Enliven is a career that supports and empowers thousands of people to live happy, healthy lives. We love people – and that includes our employees.
You will benefit from the following:
- Progressive pay scale: $25.71–$32.03 per hour (based on qualifications, skills, and experience)
- Career development: Ongoing training and pathways into leadership roles
- Supportive team environment with strong peer collaboration
- Staff wellbeing initiatives to support your personal health
- Benefits including discounted healthcare and free counselling services
- Ongoing training and support to help you grow
- A workplace that values diversity and honours Māori as Tangata Whenua
Applications:
Please click the APPLY button to submit your application. If you’d like more information before applying, feel free to contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@psc.org.nz
Please only apply if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
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