Caregiver

WhatJobs?; Auckland; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Limited in Auckland, NZ, is seeking two caregivers for a permanent full-time role in our Epsom premises. You will provide personal care, mobility support, companionship and daily living assistance to residents, with a rostered minimum of 30 hours per week.

The pay rate ranges from $25.00 to $29.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills. Applicants should have at least two years' health care experience or a relevant Level 4+ qualification, with Mandarin/Cantonese as an

Qualifications

• Two years' health care experience or a Diploma/Certificate in health care (Level 4+)
• Bachelor's degree or higher qualifies for consideration
• Mandarin and/or Cantonese language skills are an advantage
• Excellent communication, caring attitude and ability to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care (hygiene, dressing, grooming)
• Support mobility, transfers and safe patient handling
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents
• Assist with meals and hydration, monitor nutrition
• Organise activities and encourage participation
• Document care provided and report changes to staff
• Maintain clean, safe living spaces and report hazards
• Follow care plans and infection-control procedures

Education

Diploma/Certificate in health care (Level 4+)

Two years health care experience

Bachelor's degree (any field)

Job description

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Kindred Hospital Limited is based in Epsom, Auckland, and we provide a comprehensive range of services to meet the unique needs of our residents . We are currently looking for two caregivers to join our awesome team.

You will be expected to work at our premises in Epsom , Auckland, a minimum of 30 hours per week according to a roster . Please note this is a permanent full-time role and the hourly pay rate would be $25.00-$29.00 based on the candidates' experience and skills.

Job Description for This Position

• Assist residents with personal care, including bathing, showering, toileting, dressing, grooming and oral hygiene.
• Support residents with mobility, transfers, repositioning and walking, using approved equipment and safe handling techniques.
• Accompany and support residents during daily routines, appointments, recreational activities and outings.
• Provide companionship, reassurance and emotional support, particularly to residents experiencing confusion, anxiety or behavioural changes.
• Assist with meals, snacks and fluids, including meal preparation or service where required, and report concerns regarding residents’ nutrition or hydration.
• Organise and support appropriate social, recreational, cognitive and physical activities according to residents’ abilities and care plans.
• Assist residents to maintain their independence by encouraging participation in everyday activities and personal choices.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, including keeping residents’ rooms, personal spaces and shared areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Undertake shopping, errands or other practical assistance for residents when directed.
• Follow each resident’s individualised care plan and all reasonable directions given by registered nurses or senior staff.
• Observe residents’ physical, emotional and behavioural condition and promptly report any concerns or changes to the appropriate senior staff member.
• Accurately document care provided, observations, incidents and other relevant information.
• Communicate respectfully with residents, families, visitors and colleagues while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Protect residents’ privacy, dignity, cultural values, individual preferences and rights at all times.
• Follow all infection-control, hygiene, manual-handling, emergency, medication-safety and workplace health and safety procedures.
• Complete only those delegated care tasks for which appropriate training and authorisation have been provided.
• Maintain residents’ living environment in a safe, comfortable and homely condition.
• Participate in staff training, meetings and ongoing professional development.
• Perform other reasonable caregiving duties consistent with the nature of the position.

Key Requirements for Successful Applicant

• At least two years' relevant work experience in health care; OR
• A relevant diploma/certificate at or above level 4 in health care or; OR
• A bachelor's degree or higher qualification in any field. Applicants without direct industry experience may still be considered, as comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided.
• Fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese would be an advantage, as part of our residents communicate in these languages.
• Good communication skills, caring attitude, and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work unsupervised and use your initiative.
• Be empathetic, reliable, responsible and punctual

Note: We take the health and safety of our team members very seriously. The candidates must pass pre-employment immunization screening and drug tests. All candidates must pass the NZ policies check including the Children Act

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.