Support worker (residential care)

Annual holidays provided through the employment arrangement. The hiring business is responsible for the employment agreement, pay and leave.

A residential aged-care home in Drury needs two caring healthcare assistants. The home is rated highly by families and staff turnover is low. Hours are 3pm to 11pm, seven days, on a rotating roster. A full 38-hour week. The base rate is $30.75 to $32.00 an hour, set on experience. You'll need a Level 2 or higher NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing and a genuine care for older people. NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2+) is essential. You'll need to be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and able to pass a pre-employment check. Paid training and a proper induction before you start. Flexible rostering wherever we can manage it. Keen? Apply today and we'll be in touch within a couple of days.

Duties

• Treat every resident with dignity and respect
• Keep residents' rooms and shared areas clean and safe
• Follow care plans and report changes to the registered nurse
• Support residents with personal care and daily living
• Record care notes accurately and promptly
• Assist with meals, mobility and activities

Uniform and PPE supplied. Induction covers infection control, manual handling and care plans.