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Join Our Team at Life Plus!
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? Life Plus, New Zealand's premier healthcare services provider, is on the hunt for exceptional Home Caregivers to join our passionate team in the beautiful Bay of Plenty!
What We're Looking For:
Experienced caregivers who bring a friendly smile and a dash of humor to every interaction.
Individuals with a sense of initiative, commitment, and a heart for helping others.
Full-time team players ready to take on rostered shifts.
Why Life Plus? At Life Plus, we believe in hiring the best to provide the best. When you join us, you're not just starting a job; you're launching a fulfilling career that makes a real difference. You'll have the chance to work with a supportive team and create meaningful connections with those you care for.
Your Role: As a Home Caregiver, you'll be at the forefront of delivering compassionate care, assisting clients with daily activities, and enriching their lives. Your skills and warmth will help empower those you care for, making each day brighter.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you're a superstar caregiver who's passionate about transforming lives, we want to hear from you! Join us at Life Plus, where your career can truly change the world, one smile at a time.
Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!
Responsibilities:
As a Home Caregiver, you will provide personalized care to help clients maintain as much independence as possible. This will involve implementing a tailored Care Plan that includes personal care and household management.
Key Tasks: Assess and identify the challenges faced by clients, understanding their individual needs.
Implement and adhere to personalized care plans.
Monitor and promptly report on each client's progress.
Support clients with their physical, emotional, and health-related needs.
Assist with personal care tasks, including washing, bathing, showering, grooming, and hygiene.
Provide support with toileting and bowel and bladder management.
Aid clients in using daily living and rehabilitation equipment.
Prompt and assist clients in taking prescribed medications.
Encourage clients to maintain their independence.
Assist with rehabilitation programs as directed by healthcare professionals.
Shop locally and prepare shopping lists, including assistance with budgeting.
Handle money for shopping in accordance with policy and care plan guidelines.
Assist with feeding and meal preparation as needed.
Maintain accurate health records and report to coordinators as required.
Establish and nurture positive working relationships with clients and their families.
Assist clients with various forms of communication.
We Are Seeking Candidates Who: Are passionate about empowering clients to lead fulfilling lives.
Have a minimum of 3 months of professional experience in providing complex care.
Hold either 3 years of experience in the field or a Level 4 Healthcare qualification (or equivalent).
Are self-motivated, reliable, flexible, and punctual.
Are culturally aware and sensitive.
Can work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
Possess strong communication skills with an excellent command of the English language.
Have a full New Zealand driver's license.
Are willing to travel around the Bay of Plenty region.
Have experience with bowel care and suppositories.
Are open to assisting with physiotherapy exercises.
Are available for wakeover shifts and weekend work.
Are willing to work rostered shifts.
In Return, We Offer: A permanent, full-time position with guaranteed hours (30 hours per week).
A competitive hourly rate of $28.25, plus paid travel time and mileage.
Rostered shifts for better work-life balance.
A friendly and supportive team environment.
Flexibility and variety in your role.
Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.
A comprehensive orientation program.
To be the best you have to work for the best –comejoin our friendly, supportive team now!!!! For further information please contact Carol at 072220316 , ****** , or APPLY and attach your CV.
Your application will include the following questions: Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a professional caregiver? Do you own or have regular access to a car? Are you available to work public holidays?
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