Join our team at Riverside Lifecare to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment.
Riverside Lifecare is a 65-bed Care Home.
We are located in the sunny Merrilands, New Plymouth.
The region has stunning scenery, beaches, walkways, wineries and a warm climate.
Have a great pace of life, with a short commute, affordable housing in welcoming communities, and many great amenities.
Our Care Home Manager is excited about building a positive team culture, being engaged with staff, and being supportive in growing her team professionally.
You will be warmly welcomed to the team and encouraged to bring your creativity and feedback to advocate for quality improvement.
About Us: Heritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider.
We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity.
We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whanau.
About Our Role: Riverside Lifecare, located in sunny Merrilands, New Plymouth AM and weekend shifts We have a fantastic opportunity for a Caregiver with a passion for caring for others, to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our residents.
You will have a positive compassionate attitude, the ability to make others smile, and be great at working with people.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our residents are cared for to the highest standard with kindness and patience, in a warm and caring atmosphere Your Skills and Experience: Proven experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
Minimum NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent New Zealand or overseas qualification (e.g.
Bachelor of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing) Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
A genuine love for helping people, excellent customer service skills, with a friendly and positive attitude.
A passion for continuous improvement, with a sound understanding of the importance of health and safety procedures.
What's in it for you: Work for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand.
Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience.
Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
Join Us: Submit an online application today by selecting the 'Apply' link Heritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Following NZ Immigration requirements, we must first consider candidates that already hold the right to work in NZ for this role.
Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role.
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