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 of Chalmers Home tell us they love the friendly, vibrant and family-focused atmosphere. Of course, they love the beautiful views too. Overlooking the Tasman Sea to the west and Mount Taranaki to the East, Chalmers Home has arguably one of the best rest home outlooks in the country.

Mō te tūranga - About the role

As a Health Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing support to our residents in their daily living and social requirements. You will also encourage residents to maintain their independence and make decisions for themselves. 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
• We are looking for people interested in a range of shifts from Perm Part Time to Casual so come and talk to us about what might suit you. 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.

Mō koe - About You

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

• Ability to be an active member of a team environment
• Clear and confident communication skills - both verbal and in writing
• Basic computer skills as we work with electronic record keeping
• Careerforce Level 2 or above Health and Wellbeing Certificate (preferable).
• Previous experience in aged care or other healthcare assistant or support worker role is ideal

Mo o tatau painga - About our benefits

Whilst working with Enliven 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
• Training to achieve qualifications while you work and on-going support to thrive in your role
• 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 healthcare cover and other discounts with major NZ retailers
• 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.

To discuss the role or for more information, get in touch with Melissa McNamara 06 758 5190 or email at recruitment@psc.org.nz

We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications come in so Apply now!

Note: Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.