Health Care Assistant - Casual - Chalmers Home

Health Care Assistant - Casual - New Plymouth Chalmers Home About the Company At Enliven, we provide aged residential care to older adults in the lower half of the North Island. We are committed to ensuring that our elders remain connected to their communities and can live stimulating and fulfilling lives. Our homes utilize an elder-directed model of care known as the Eden Alternative, which emphasizes the importance of personal choice and independence. Enliven is a part of Presbyterian Support Central (PSC), a not-for-profit organization and charity that has been delivering community-based services for over 100 years. While we operate independently of the Presbyterian Church, our name reflects our heritage and shared values. About the Role We are seeking a Health Care Assistant who will play a crucial role in supporting our residents with their daily living and social needs. In this position, you will empower residents to maintain their independence and make their own decisions. Your key responsibilities will include: - Delivering personalized care of the highest standard to every resident - Supporting and encouraging residents to maintain their independence - Assisting with daily living activities in accordance with the Eden principles and the Domains of Wellbeing - Taking direction from the Registered Nurse - Ensuring residents' needs are met effectively and promptly About You We are looking for someone who is passionate about the well-being of older people. You should be enthusiastic, patient, and well-organized, with strong interpersonal skills. Our ideal candidate will share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. Additionally, you will need to have: - The ability to be an active member of a team - Clear and confident communication skills, both verbal and written - Basic computer skills, as we utilize electronic record keeping - A Level 2 Health and Wellbeing Certificate or higher - Previous experience in aged care or a healthcare assistant/support worker role Benefits Joining our team comes with numerous advantages, including: - Opportunities for career development supported by comprehensive training - A flexible, self-managed roster that accommodates your lifestyle - Provided uniforms, so you don’t need to worry about work attire - Fortnightly pay for a consistent and reliable income At Enliven, we genuinely care about our employees and strive to create a positive working environment for all our teams. We are looking for caring, kind, creative, reliable, and energetic individuals to join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents. Please note: Applicants must have an existing legal right to work in New Zealand. For more information, please contact Amanda Dubier at recruitment@psc.org.nz. As a healthcare provider, Enliven operates under a 'Smoke Free' policy on-site.