Health Care Assistant - Kahdahar Home - Masterton

Healthcare Assistant - Kandahar Home - Masterton About the Company At Enliven, we are dedicated to creating age-friendly communities where individuals can thrive, regardless of their age or ability. Our homes and villages foster an environment of companionship, choice, variety, and meaningful activities, ensuring that older people experience joy and a sense of purpose. Kandahar Home is located in the charming Masterton suburb of Lansdowne, set within a grand character villa surrounded by lovely cottage-style gardens. Our residents enjoy the camaraderie and light-hearted interactions with both staff and fellow residents, as well as the delicious meals and welcoming atmosphere that make Kandahar Home truly feel like home. About the Role As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our residents with their daily living and social needs. Your focus will be on encouraging their independence and empowering them to make their own choices. Your key responsibilities will include: - Delivering personalized care to each resident with the highest standards - Supporting residents in maintaining their independence and decision-making - Assisting with daily living activities in alignment with the Eden principles and Domains of Wellbeing - Taking direction and tasks from the Registered Nurse - Ensuring that residents' needs are met effectively and efficiently We are currently seeking two Healthcare Assistants to fill different shifts. One position involves night shift coverage from 11 PM to 7 AM, while the other will cover annual leave and sickness on a rotating roster with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week. If you find either of these opportunities appealing, we encourage you to apply. We offer a fixed roster to help you manage your schedule; however, we welcome flexibility for those interested in picking up additional shifts to provide coverage as needed. We look forward to connecting with you. About You We seek individuals who share our passion for the wellbeing of older adults. You should be enthusiastic, patient, organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. Additionally, you will need: - A minimum of a Careerforce Level 2 Health and Wellbeing Certificate or higher - Previous experience in aged care or a healthcare assistant/support worker role - The ability to thrive as an active team member - Good verbal communication and documentation skills - Basic computer skills Benefits When you join Enliven, you will have the opportunity and support to obtain nationally recognized qualifications in Health and Wellbeing, while being part of a dedicated team that delivers high-quality care to our residents. Our benefits include: - A progressive pay scale of $24.08 to $30.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience - Opportunities for additional training and career advancement into roles of greater responsibility - A supportive team environment - Staff wellbeing initiatives focused on various aspects of personal health - Access to discounted healthcare coverage and free counseling services for all staff - A roster that supports a healthy work/life balance - Ongoing training to help you achieve your qualifications and thrive in your role We invite you to learn more about our home and discover why our team members enjoy being part of the Enliven family. For further information or to discuss the role, please contact David Bradley at 06 370 0447 or via email at recruitment@psc.org.nz. Please note that applications are welcome only from individuals who have the legal right to work in New Zealand. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted, which may lead to the position being filled earlier than anticipated.