Caregiver

Summerset; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Weekend rate premium

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Summerset in Wellington is seeking a Casual Caregiver to join a team dedicated to delivering safe, healthy and enjoyable living for residents. You will provide personal care, assist with daily activities and participate in meals, hygiene and mobility support.

As a casual, you will work on an as-needed basis, with opportunities to progress and gain qualifications, and benefit from uniform provision and weekend rate premiums.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or a similar role.
• Strong verbal communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible for variety of shifts, sometimes at short notice

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals and assist with mealtimes.
• Assist with personal hygiene such as showering.
• Support residents with walks, exercises and activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Relationship building

Job description

Job Description

As a Caregiver at our INSERT VILLAGE NAME you will work as part of a team that creates the safest, healthiest and most enjoyable lifestyle for our residents. This role is varied and centres around providing personal care and assistance to our resident’s daily lives.

Typical duties include:

• Delivering meals and helping with mealtimes
• Aiding with hygiene, such as showering
• Assisting with Individual care plan requirements, such as walks and exercises
• Helping with activities, such as puzzles, table tennis etc

This is a Casual role. Working on an as and when needed basis

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or a similar role
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to build lasting relationships
• Commitment to being available for a variety of shifts, sometimes at short notice

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

• 10% Weekend additional penal hourly rates apply
• Opportunities to progress your caregiver career and gain qualifications
• Uniform provided

Next Steps

Applications for this role will close on INSERT DATE.