Caregiver / Home Assistant
We have a permanent part time position for a Caregiver / Home Assistant (dual role). The position is at Millvale House Miramar, Wellington, working less than 30 hours per week.
Caregiver component:
Hourly rates are as follows: $23.50 (Level 1), $24.06 (Level 2) $26.16 (Level 3), $28.25 (Level 4)You will:
- Assist in the delivery of culturally safe, effective, holistic personal care needs such as showering, dressing, eating, mobility and communication
- contribute to planning the care of individuals and following therapy plans to assist those with dementia
- ensure residents’ records are accurate, appropriate and up to date
- provide support to registered nurses within their scope of practice
- A genuine commitment to make a positive difference to the lives of elderly people by caring for them with love and empathy
- Ability to work any shift across a 24/7 roster
- A passion for working in the field of aged care
- Previous caregiving experience preferred
- Experience in dementia care would be a strong advantage
- Ensuring that our homes are well presented, clean and tidy at all times
- Food service and presentation
- Laundry services
- Cleaning
- Vegetable preparation
- Kitchenhand duties
While no personal care will be required, your role will provide opportunities to interact with older people, especially those with dementia, in a way that truly does make a difference. Availability to work any shift across a 24/7 roster including at least one weekend shift is essential for this role.
Our vision is to create a warm and homely atmosphere where each person is supported to experience each moment richly. Our vision is to accept all people with kindness and love. To provide peace comfort and joy. To be proactive, innovative and courageous.To enrich each person, the community and the world.
Kia tomo mai nga tangata katoa i runga i te atawhai me te aroha. Kia whakaratongia te maungarongo, te ahurutanga me te koa. Kia taunakitia te auahatanga me te kaha. Hei whakangakohia te tangata, te hapori me te ao hoki.
We strive to achieve this vision by working with openness, honesty, integrity and passion.
If you feel you would enjoy working in an environment where you can truly make a difference, please give us a call now. We would love to hear from you.
Our staff are valued, supported and cared for. You will be welcomed.
Only applicants with NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit will be considered.