Health Care Assistant - Casual - Kowhainui Home

Health Care Assistant - Kowhainui - Casual About the Company At Enliven, we provide aged residential care to older adults in the lower half of the North Island. Our mission is to ensure that our elders remain connected to their communities and lead stimulating, fulfilling lives. We embrace an elder-directed model of care known as the Eden Alternative in all our homes. As part of Presbyterian Support Central (PSC), a not-for-profit organization, we have been delivering community-based services for over 100 years, proudly supporting individuals with our extensive experience while celebrating our heritage and shared values. About the Role As a Health Care Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to support our residents with their daily living and social needs. You will play a vital role in encouraging residents to maintain their independence and make their own choices. Your key responsibilities will include: - Delivering the highest standard of personalized care to every resident - Supporting and encouraging residents to maintain their independence - Assisting with daily living activities in alignment with Eden principles and the Domains of Wellbeing - Taking instruction from and assisting the Registered Nurse - Ensuring residents' needs are promptly and effectively addressed About You We are looking for someone who is passionate about the wellbeing of older adults. You should be enthusiastic yet patient, well-organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Our ideal candidate will embody our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. Additionally, you should have: - The ability to work effectively as part 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 benefits. You will have access to opportunities for career development, including comprehensive support and training. Our flexible, self-managed roster allows you to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle. We provide uniforms, so you won't need to worry about work attire. You will receive payment every fortnight, ensuring a regular and reliable income. At Enliven, we truly value our employees and strive to create a positive working environment for everyone. We are a friendly and supportive workplace, and we seek caring, kind, creative, reliable, and energetic individuals to join our team. Please note: Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the 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 a Smoke-Free policy on our premises.