Care Worker

Mō te tūnga | About the role:

We have permanent opportunities for level 2 and 3 care workers across our organisation.

All positions are a minimum of 30 hours per week on a rotating roster, we provide support for our residents 24 hours a day 7 days a week - this includes weekend work where you can earn up to $4 more an hour for your hours worked on a Saturday or Sunday.

Depending on experience and qualifications you can earn between $24.61 to $28.36 per hour.You will work under the guidance and supervision of our nursing team, following each residents individual care plan. You will provide essential support to our residents and their families, touching the lives of those who need it most, making a positive impact, a role where you will make a difference.

Ngā pūkenga | What you will need to be successful:

Have at least 1 year of aged care experience

Compassion and passion for working with the elderly and deep-seated empathy and dedication to making a positive impact on their lives

The ability to clearly and compassionately communicate with both residents, their families and your colleagues

A positive, kind, and patient attitude

Ngā kawenga | Key Responsibilities:

Assisting our residents with their personal needs (including eating meals, hydration, maintaining skin integrity and personal hygiene) with the utmost respect and willingness

Encouraging our residents to interact and take part in our social activities, by promoting participation, enhancing their overall well-being and quality of life

Accurately recording observations

Maintaining an empathetic and kind approach towards residents and families, fostering a supportive environment that promotes trust and comfort

Collaboration with colleagues by offering support and contributing to a team-oriented atmosphere, ensuring a caring, compassionate, and efficient work environment.

Mō mātou | About us:

We are proud to be the largest social service and aged care provider in Southland. Our vision is a community where all people can make the most of their strengths, feel included, valued and safe. Within our organisation, we have two service divisions – Family Works and Enliven, our strength lies in the passion and dedication of our team of over 360 employees.

Enliven is dedicated to the well-being of the elderly, where we provide retirement living, residential aged care and community support across our Southland care homes.

We have vacancies across our Enliven facilities, with roles based across our Invercargill care homes,  join us and embrace the vibrant cultural diversity and storied heritage of our organisation, it’s the fusion of past and present that defines our uniqueness and shapes our tomorrow.   At our core is our commitment to those in our care and in our teams, to cultivate a community where individuals are  empowered to leverage their unique strengths, feeling included, truly valued and safe.

Why you'll love working here:

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

A supportive environment for achieving work-life balance and competitive wages that recognise your talents and contributions

We are committed to excellence, innovation and shaping a workplace culture that values every individual

A supportive team that cares about you and your family

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If caring for people and making a difference in your community is important to you, then don’t delay, apply today.

Please note to be considered for this role you will need to be in New Zealand and have a current work visa.

Pre-employment checks may include criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing and a medical assessment.   Interviews with suitably experienced candidates may be conducted prior to closing date.