Health Care Assistant (Casual)-St Andrews, Dunedin

Candid Jobs Limited.; Dunedin; Remote; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National qualifications - earn while你学

On-the-job training

Discounts with local businesses

Job summary

Presbyterian Support Otago is seeking Health Care Assistants for casual shifts at St Andrews in Dunedin. You will support residents with personal care, meals, and daily activities, across morning, afternoon, and night shifts as needed. Training will be provided, and experience in aged care is beneficial.

Join a supportive charitable team with opportunities for on-the-job training and ongoing development. CASUAL roles across Dunedin homes, including St Andrews, Ross Home, and Taieri Court, are

Qualifications

• Empathetic, patient and caring approach to aged care.
• Experience in aged care preferred but training provided.
• Willingness to undertake study to improve qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Support residents at mealtimes and in general care routines.
• Collaborate with the care team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Empathy

Compassionate care

Team player

Physical fitness

Education

Level 3 Health & Wellbeing Certificate

Dementia care training

Job description

# Health Care Assistant (Casual)-St Andrews, DunedinEnliven* Dunedin, Otago* Listed 3 days ago* Closes 3 December 2026CasualHealthcare, Caregiving## Description* Health Care Assistant (Casual)* St Andrews, Dunedin* Supportive team environment* Several casual positions availableMake a difference in an older person's daily life working as a Health Care Assistant.### The RoleYou'll put your practical skills and compassion into supporting residents with everyday activities such as personal care, assistance at mealtimes, and general care duties that make for happier, healthier living at an Enliven home. You will work hard, but there are few jobs that will give you the immense satisfaction of working for people who are grateful for your help and who contribute to an enriching working environment.Hours: Casual. Preferably available to work on a when and if required basis to provide cover across morning, afternoon, and night shifts and provide cover for Annual leave & Sick Leave. As part of our ‘One Team’ approach, you’ll be able to pick up casual Health Care Assistant shifts across all Enliven homes in Dunedin, including Ross Home and Taieri Court, while St Andrews remains your home facility.### What We Offer* Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation* Opportunities to complete National Qualifications - earn while you learn!* Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives* Working with a team of passionate people* Personal growth and career development opportunities* Significant on-the-job training* Discounts with local businessesAbout YouThe ideal applicant will:* Be empathetic, compassionate, and patient* Work well in a team* Enjoy working alongside older people* Be physically fit and strong* Have enthusiasm and a sense of humour* Experience in an aged care environment is preferred, but not essential, as full training will be provided* Applicants who hold the Level 3 or 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent, or the Dementia Limited Credit Programme would have an advantage. Health Care Assistants without formal qualifications will undertake study while working at St Andrews, and we will help you with this.* Having or willing to get a medication competency is preferred.### About UsPresbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1906. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. We operate a highly regarded network of 7 care homes across Otago, and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives.Situated on a sunny site in Kew, St Andrews is home to 78 residents supported at hospital, rest home and dementia level care. Our 3-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.Join the team at St Andrews - To apply click \"Apply Now\".For further information contact Angela Ireland, Manager of St Andrews on 03 455 4396.Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.If you have difficulty applying, please email [e-mail] apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.position-description---health-care-assistant.pdf