Caregiver - Casual

Ryman Healthcare; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retirement care provider in Christchurch is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to join their team. In this casual position, you'll develop meaningful relationships with residents, follow individualized care plans, and utilize the latest technology to enhance care. Ideal candidates will exhibit kindness, empathy, and strong communication skills. Experience in aged care is beneficial but not required. This role offers a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Fixed rosters

Ongoing support for professional development

Free designer uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in Aged care is preferred but not essential.
• Must have New Zealand work rights.

Responsibilities

• Develop lasting relationships with residents and families.
• Follow individual care plans.
• Support colleagues to create a great team environment.

Skills

Kindness

Empathy

Communication skills

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 Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch, as a Caregiver. We have a Casual position available.

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. Please note that, although we often welcome applications from overseas candidates, due to immigration requirements, we require applicants to have New Zealand work rights for this position

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.

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

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.

Note: 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.