Caregiver/Papakura Job In Metlifecare, New Zealand
Job Description
We are seeking a part-time caregiver for our Papakura Oaks Village, based in Papakura, Auckland. You will be working in a fabulous Care Home, with all the amenities provided to deliver outstanding care and make our residents feel safe, honoured, and comfortable. Having a Level 3 or 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification or experience in medication administration will enable you to assist our nurses in the day-to-day care of our residents.
The opportunity is a permanent part-time role with 20hrs a week, covering three days between Wednesday-Sunday. The shifts vary between 16.30-21.00. The pay range is in line with the health and wellbeing pay rate published on the Ministry of Health website.
Some of the great things you will be doing include:
- Working under the guidance of the Registered Nurse
- Providing quality care and support to our residents
- Working in a supportive environment in a modern care facility
About you
Attitude is key here. We are looking for Caregivers who are experienced, love their job as a vocation, and are flexible in terms of availability. You will be part of a growing organisation, which strives daily to deliver the best care available to our residents.
- Previous experience in aged care and a desire to learn and develop your skill set
- Careerforce or equivalent qualification
- Empathy, kindness, and a love for making an impact on our residents’ lives
- Bright, breezy attitude and a “can-do” team focus
- Flexibility around shifts (please talk to us about what suits you)
About us
Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves. Metlifecare currently operates over 36 villages located around New Zealand and employs over 2,000 staff.
Check out some of our Benefits!
- Paid wellness days per annum
- 1 paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each year
- Health insurance – automatic cover free to all permanent staff
- Access to our new Reward and Recognition platform, which includes access to discounts and cashbacks from over 100 retailers
- 26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners
- Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Refer a friend incentive of up to $1,500*
- Access to thousands of online training modules and courses from some of the world’s leading learning specialists
- Education, Development, and Training Support
