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Ryman Healthcare Limited

Caregiver

  • Posted 2w ago
  • On Site
  • Casual
Location

Pukekohe


Job Description

Make a meaningful impact on our residents' lives by offering compassionate support and care whilst working among a supportive and diverse team!

  • At Ryman, every day is a chance to be a hero in the story of our residents' lives
  • Strong support for career development that promotes growth and resilience
  • Access 60+ Ryman discounts in childcare, insurance, banking, retail and more


About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join Possum Bourne Retirement Village as a Caregiver. We have a casual role available working varied hours and days and flexibility is key due to nights and weekends being included.

In this role you will:

  • Develop lasting relationships with our residents and their families
  • Follow our resident's individual care plans, providing care that would be good enough for your own mum, dad, nana or poppa
  • Use the latest technology - including our own purpose-built care app myRyman
  • Work closely with, and support your colleagues creating a great team environment


About You
To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have:

  • Kindness in your DNA
  • Strong empathy
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • A reliable, friendly and professional style


We'd love you to have experience working in Aged care, but that's not essential.

About Ryman
At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age.
Ryman Healthcare is a leader in retirement living and aged care. Our driving purpose is to enhance freedom, connection and well-being for people as we grow older. We own and operate 48 villages in New Zealand and Australia and we employ approximately 7,700 team members across a range of different sectors. Additionally, we are proud to be the first healthcare company to receive the Wellbeing Tick.

At the heart of our business, everything we do must be 'Good enough for mum and dad.'

Benefits of working at Ryman Healthcare
At Ryman, when you look after our residents, we will look after you! As part of our team you will:

  • Have certainty of hours through fixed rosters
  • Enjoy a great resident-to-staff ratio, allowing for more personalised care
  • Work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
  • Receive ongoing support for your professional development
  • Have access to scholarships and bursaries for further education
  • Get education, long service and wellness leave on top of standard leave
  • Receive a free designer uniform
  • Work in a secure building with 24-hour management support
  • Access over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail


At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions. 

If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you! 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.


Hard Skills Required

  • First Aid
  • Medical Knowledge
  • Personal Care
  • Nutrition and Meal Preparation
  • Technology Proficiency

Soft Skills Required

  • Communication
  • Patience
  • Compassion
  • Empathy
  • Flexibility

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday
  • Includes Weekends
  • Shift Work

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