Wellness Partner

Arvida Group; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Arvida Group in New Plymouth is seeking Wellness Partners to support residents with personal care and to encourage resident-led decisions across daily activities.

You will observe health conditions, document clearly, and participate in ongoing training. The role requires teamwork, integrity, and flexibility to cover weekends and night shifts on a fixed-term basis.

Qualifications

• NZ Residents and NZ Citizens prioritized for interview.
• English test required if originally from overseas.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and encourage resident-led decisions in eating, rest, movement, communication and activities.
• Observe, document and communicate health conditions accurately.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Skills

Interacting with elderly

Quality-focused

Teamwork

Integrity and energy

Customer service & organisation

Flexible schedule (weekends nights)

Education

NZQF Level 4 or equivalent

English proficiency if overseas

Job description

At Arvida, wecreate communities with freedom to thrive

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values:Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mō te tūōa | About the opportunity

Our Wellness Partners are at the heart of enriching the lives of our residents, doing everything with kindness and purpose. Each day you will work in partnership with residents to support their personal care needs and encourage resident-led decision making in their eating, resting, movement, communication, and activities.

Wellness Partners encourage our residents to maintain skills and a sense of independence. Resident welfare is important, and you will also be required to observe, accurately document, and communicate health conditions Participation in ongoing training is expected.

What you bring:

• Enjoyment in interacting with older people and participating in meaningful work which has a real impact on people’s lives.
• Commitment to a high standard of performance with diligence and care.
• Ability to work within a team where we respect our residents and our team members.
• Honesty, integrity, high energy, physical fitness, and enthusiasm.
• Good customer service, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to work rostered shifts including weekends and nights

Qualifications

Nga Tohu me nga wheako | Qualifications and Experience

We will be interviewing and screening NZ Residents and NZ Citizens as a priority before looking internationally.

Arvida Level 3 to Level 4

• NZQF Level 4 qualification or at least three-years’ experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
• Evidence ofEnglish test is required if from overseas

Utu Taipitopito | Pay Details (Level 3 to Level 4)

$28.25 to $32.20 per hour depending on qualifications and experience

Additional Information

• Fixed term position until 10 May 2027 to backfill parental leave.
• A minimum of 30 hours per week
• A competitive market rate
• Ongoing training and teambenefits
• Mentorship with experienced managers
• An engaging, positive, and supportive work culture
• The opportunity to work with a dedicated and enthusiastic care team