Compassionate Aged Caregiver - 35h/wk Evening/Weekend

Summerset Retirement Villages; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend rate +10%

Time and a half for shifts over 8h

Southern Cross Health Essentials

Job summary

Summerset Retirement Villages Casebrook in Christchurch, NZ, is seeking a Caregiver to support residents with personal care, meals, hygiene and activities, ensuring a safe, enjoyable daily life. This permanent role is 35 hours per week with PM shifts Sunday to Wednesday 3:00pm–11:00pm and Thursday 4:30pm–10:00pm.

Requirements: 4+ years aged care experience and Certificate III in Health & Wellbeing, plus strong communication and empathy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years aged care experience.
• Certificate III in Health & Wellbeing is required.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Verbal communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III Health & Wellbeing

Job description

Summerset Retirement Villages Casebrook in Christchurch, NZ, is seeking a Caregiver to support residents with personal care, meals, hygiene and activities, ensuring a safe, enjoyable daily life. This permanent role is 35 hours per week with PM shifts Sunday to Wednesday 3:00pm–11:00pm and Thursday 4:30pm–10:00pm.

Requirements: 4+ years aged care experience and Certificate III in Health & Wellbeing, plus strong communication and empathy.