Wellness Partner (Casual)

Arvida; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Mentorship with managers

Supportive work culture

Dedicated care team

Job summary

Arvida welcomes applications for a Casual Wellness Partner role in Canterbury, Christchurch. You will work with residents to support personal care, encourage independence, and contribute to a resident-led environment. The role requires kindness, integrity, and strong teamwork across departments, including weekends and night shifts.

We offer ongoing training, mentorship with experienced managers, and a supportive work culture alongside a dedicated care team to enrich residents’ lives every day.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with older people and making a real difference to lives.
• Commitment to high performance with diligence and care.
• Ability to work in a respectful team.
• Honesty, integrity, high energy and enthusiasm.
• Good customer service, organisation and problem solving.
• Availability for rostered shifts including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Observe, document and communicate health conditions accurately.
• Participate in ongoing training and mentorship with managers.

Skills

Interacting with seniors

Team collaboration

Customer service

Problem solving

Flexibility with shifts

Education

NZQF Level 2/3

Two years' experience

English test 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 tūranga | 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.

We are looking for a casual superstar that can work a range of shifts and departments.

To tatou kaitono pai | 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 1 to Level 3

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least two years'of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
• Evidence ofEnglish test is required if from overseas

Utu Taipitopito | Pay Details (Level 1 to Level 3)
$23.95 to $30.20 per hour depending on qualifications and experience

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

• 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

If you have a passion for working with older New Zealanders, enjoy being a part of a team that makes a difference, and seek purpose-led work, we’d love to hear from you!