Health Care Assistants needed
Orewa Beach View Retirement Home & Hospital Ltd
We are seeking 5 caring and professional Health Care Assistants to join our team in a well-established rest home providing high-quality residential aged care services. The role involves delivering compassionate, person-centred support to residents in partnership with nurses and other healthcare staff.
Location of Work : Auckland
Number of Vacancies : 5
Type of employment : full time, guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week
Days required : shifting between Monday to Sunday
Pay : $27 - $31 per hour based on qualification and experience
Your duties will include :
- Provide daily personal care to residents, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and continence care.
- Assist residents with safe mobility, transfers, and use of mobility aids.
- Support residents with eating, drinking, and medication reminders under supervision.
- Make beds, tidy resident rooms, and maintain a clean, safe environment in accordance with infection-control standards.
- Observe, document, and promptly report changes in resident health or behaviour to the Registered Nurse or Supervisor.
- Offer companionship, encouragement, and emotional support to promote residents’ dignity and well-being.
- Follow individual care plans, rest-home policies, and Health & Safety requirements at all times.
Successful applicants will have :
Relevant NZ Certificate (Level 4) or equivalent qualification; OR at least three years of relevant experience in aged care or disability support.Demonstrated knowledge of personal care procedures, manual handling, and infection control.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Compassionate, patient, and reliable with a strong work ethic.Ability to work flexible hours and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Police vetting clearance required.