Health Care Assistants - Huntleigh Home - Karori

Healthcare Assistant – Huntleigh Home - Karori About the Company At Presbyterian Support Central (PSC), we have been dedicated to supporting individuals during their most vulnerable moments for over 115 years. As a not-for-profit organization, we focus on providing care and connection to older individuals and assisting families navigating challenging times. Our Huntleigh Home, located conveniently in central Karori, offers a modern and inviting environment where residents can enjoy a sunny courtyard and easy access to shared spaces for social activities and recreation. About the Role We are currently seeking Healthcare Assistants to join our team, working between 20 to 30 hours per week, including AM, PM, and Night shifts. In this role, you will provide essential support to our residents in their daily living and social activities while encouraging them to maintain their independence and make their own decisions. Your key responsibilities will include: - Delivering the highest standard of personalized care to each resident - Supporting and encouraging residents to maintain their independence - Assisting with activities of daily living in alignment with the Eden principles and the Domains of Wellbeing - Working under the supervision and direction of the Registered Nurse - Ensuring residents' needs are addressed effectively and in a timely manner About You We are looking for individuals who share our passion for the wellbeing of older people. You should be enthusiastic, patient, well-organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Our ideal candidate will embody our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. Additionally, you will have: - Previous experience in aged care or a related healthcare assistant or support worker role preferred, but not essential - A willingness to obtain qualifications while working - The ability to be an active team member - Good verbal communication and documentation skills - Basic computer skills About Our Benefits We offer a competitive progressive pay scale ranging from $25.04 to $31.20 per hour, based on your qualifications, skills, and experience. Our commitment to career development includes additional training and opportunities for advancement into leadership roles. You will work in a collaborative team environment that supports personal health and wellbeing. Our benefits also include access to discounted healthcare coverage, free counseling services, and flexible rosters to help you achieve a work-life balance. We provide ongoing training and support to help you thrive in your role, and we foster a workplace that respects diversity, acknowledging the unique role of Māori as Tangata Whenua. Applications If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply now. For more information or to discuss the role further, please contact Anna Roberts at 04 464 2020 or reach out to our Recruitment Team at recruitment@psc.org.nz. Please note that we will be shortlisting applications as they come in, which may result in the job advertisement closing early. Applicants must already have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.