Healthcare Assistant
About this job
We are seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant for to join our innovative Care Centre based in Tauranga. An individual who understands a holistic approach to memory assistance care and is aligned with our vision of personalised and tailored care. There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to caring for somebody living with dementia.
We are looking for someone with a passionate and caring nature, who wants to make a difference. The Care Centre is a modern facility with 57 highly appointed care suites over two levels, offering rest home, hospital, and dementia (D3) level care. The Care Centre's extended living spaces and amenity are substantial and have been carefully curated to present as highly residential, providing residents with choice of environment and a sense of home.
You will be working closely with care team, the diversional therapist and the resident families to support the residents to live life to the full with dignity and respect. Effective communication will be the essential part of the role to provide the support and understanding needed to enhance the resident’ well-being, and overall quality of life.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive impact in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. To apply, please call us on 0800 779 009 and quote Job ID: 22479370.
Job Requirements
- Must be available to work on weekends and Night Shifts - Must have reliable transport to get to and from work - Must be able to pass Drug and Alcohol Test - Must be able to pass Police Check - Previous dementia and memory care experience - Completed Dementia certificate is advantageous - Must hold Level-3 and Level-4 Health and Wellbeing Certificate - Medi-map and HCSL care planning solution experience is advantageous - Passion for caring for older people - Able to provide compassionate and high-quality care - Able to support residents and understand and execute care plans with the resident and their families. - Able to work independently - Able to work on a rostered and permanent shift basis
- Days of work
- Monday - Sunday 24/7 Rostered hours (Including Night Shift) (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $28.25
- Job Category
- Nursing Support and Personal Care Workers
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Not Required
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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