Caregiver – Aged Care, Full-Time with Growth

Heritage Lifecare; Whanganui; Hybrid; NZD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Lifecare's St Johns Hill Lifecare in Whanganui is seeking a dedicated Caregiver to support residents with compassion in a welcoming team. This permanent full-time position (32 hours or more per week) offers AM, PM, Nights and weekend shifts.

You will play a pivotal role ensuring residents are cared for to the highest standard with kindness and patience, in a warm and caring atmosphere, while building strong resident relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
• Minimum NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent NZ qualification.
• Minimum six months experience as a caregiver or in a similar role.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• A genuine love for helping people with excellent customer service and a positive attitude.
• A passion for continuous improvement and understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to residents with compassion and patience.
• Assist residents with daily living activities and personal care.
• Support residents in a warm, caring atmosphere and maintain a safe environment.
• Collaborate with the care team to plan and deliver resident-centered care.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

Education

NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

Job description

Heritage Lifecare's St Johns Hill Lifecare in Whanganui is seeking a dedicated Caregiver to support residents with compassion in a welcoming team. This permanent full-time position (32 hours or more per week) offers AM, PM, Nights and weekend shifts.

You will play a pivotal role ensuring residents are cared for to the highest standard with kindness and patience, in a warm and caring atmosphere, while building strong resident relationships.