Caregiver - Casual

Summerset Retirement Villages; Warkworth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend penalties

Career progression

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Retirement Villages in Warkworth is seeking a Caregiver to join a team delivering compassionate personal care to residents. The role focuses on safety, wellbeing and daily support in a welcoming village environment.

You'll assist with meals, hygiene, and activities, and work across varied shifts with short-notice availability. We value empathy, clear communication and reliability to enhance residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, kind and patient demeanor.
• Strong verbal communication to build lasting relationships.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, sometimes at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals and assist with mealtimes.
• Support with hygiene and daily personal care.
• Assist with individual care plans, activities and exercises.
• Encourage participation in activities and social engagement.

Skills

Empathy

Verbal communication

Flexibility

Job description

Company Description

You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description

As a Caregiver at our Warkworth village, 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

You will naturally be empathetic, kind and patient, and thrive in a role where your compassion and care make a difference to people’s lives.

You’ll Bring With You

• 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

Warkworth Village