Casual Caregiver | North Auckland

Metlifecare; Auckland; On-site; NZD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Mileage allowance

Potential for permanent roles

Job summary

Metlifecare in Auckland, New Zealand, is seeking casual Caregivers to join their dedicated teams supporting clinical care in Care Homes. These roles offer flexible shifts suitable for those wanting extra hours or experiencing a new role while you learn. Candidates will provide exceptional care, working alongside dedicated staff in a supportive environment.

A good level of fitness, excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude are essential. Previous experience in aged care is highly beneficial, as is any relevant qualification.

Qualifications

• Good level of fitness is essential.
• Previous experience in aged care or working with the elderly is beneficial.
• Empathy and passion for making a difference in residents' lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to residents ensuring safety and comfort.
• Work under the guidance of registered nurses.
• Support in a modern care facility.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Empathy

Level of fitness

Education

Careerforce qualification or equivalent

Job description

• Be in control of your roster- shifts that suit your lifestyle and availability
• Mileage is available to travel to our village in Red Beach
• We have a dedicated internal casual team (MetFlex) that will look after your training and development, working schedule, work support etc.
• Learn while you earn
• Permanent roles available if you want to move from the casual position
• We will develop and train you in your Caregiver career
• Work in a rewarding environment - supporting our residents and within great, dedicated teams

About the role

We're looking for casual Caregivers to join our awesome teams supporting with our clinical teams in our Care Homes. These roles are ideal if you want some work over the holiday period, want some extra money without the permanent hours or want to have a go at a different role earning while you learn! This could be great for someone located or easily accessible to the area by car or public transport.

Some of the great things you will be doing:

• Provide exceptional care to our residents - ensuring they feel safe, supported, and comfortable
• Working under the guidance of our registered nurses
• Working in a supportive environment in a modern care facility

You can pick up shifts in either of these roles based on your experience and qualifications but also your enthusiasm and attitude. Want to find out more? Apply now and we can discuss other Care Home or Village casual opportunities that are available and maybe more suitable.

About you

We are looking for someone with the right attitude with excellent communication skills and a good level of fitness and who can work as part of a team to provide a high level of care. You maybe at level 0 or 4/5- we will consider your application to find you a suitable place within our teams. Some things that will support your application include:

• Careerforce qualification or equivalent will be advantageous
• Good level of fitness
• Previous experience in aged care or working with the elderly is highly beneficial
• Empathy and a love of making a difference in our residents' lives

About us

Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves. Metlifecare currently operates 35 villages located in the North Island and employs close to 1,700 staff.

Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application