Caregiver

About the Company At Riverside Lifecare, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and supportive environment. Our care home, located in the picturesque Merrilands area of New Plymouth, features 65 beds and is surrounded by stunning scenery, beaches, walkways, and wineries. This region boasts a pleasant climate, affordable housing, and a welcoming community, making it an ideal place to live and work. Our Care Home Manager is committed to fostering a positive team culture and actively engages with staff to support their professional growth. We warmly welcome new team members and encourage them to share their creativity and feedback to enhance quality improvement. About Us Heritage Lifecare is one of New Zealand's leading aged care providers, and we take pride in being the largest dementia care provider in the country. With 42 care homes and 20 villages spanning from Whangarei to Invercargill, we are a dynamic and rapidly growing organization that offers abundant opportunities for our team members. We emphasize a caring community and nurture a supportive culture that feels like whānau. About Our Role We are currently seeking a part-time Caregiver to join our team at Riverside Lifecare in Merrilands, New Plymouth. This position offers 20 hours of work per week, with shifts available in the evenings and on weekends. If you have a passion for caring for others and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, we would love to hear from you. The ideal candidate will possess a compassionate attitude, the ability to bring smiles to others, and strong interpersonal skills. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our residents in a warm and caring atmosphere. Your Skills and Experience To be successful in this role, you should have: - Proven experience in caring for others, preferably in an aged care setting. - A minimum NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent qualification from New Zealand or overseas (such as a Bachelor of Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing). - Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities. - A genuine love for helping people, complemented by excellent customer service skills and a friendly, positive demeanor. - A commitment to continuous improvement and an understanding of health and safety procedures. Benefits Joining our team means you will work for one of the most progressive aged care organizations in New Zealand. We offer a competitive pay scale based on your skills and experience, along with opportunities for professional development and advancement. Our supportive and collaborative work environment allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Join Us If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your online application by selecting the 'Apply' link. At Heritage Lifecare, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, and we uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will review applications as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. Please note that applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. In compliance with NZ Immigration requirements, we will first consider candidates who already hold the right to work in New Zealand for this role, and we may be unable to support visa applications.