Health Care Assistant - Casual

OverviewCasual role : Health Care Assistant - CasualLocation : Wellington - Lower HuttApplication closes : 18 Oct 2025Mo Matou - About UsEnliven is a not-for-profit service providing aged residential care to older people in the lower half of the North Island.

Our Enliven residential services create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive, regardless of their age or ability.

Our homes and villages are places where older people have companionship, choice, variety, fun, meaningful activity and a sense of purpose.Mo te turanga - About the roleAs a Health Care Assistant, you will provide support to our residents in their daily living and social requirements.

You will also encourage residents to maintain their independence and make decisions for themselves.Responsibilities Deliver the highest standard of personalised care to every Resident Support and encourage residents to maintain their independence and make decisions for themselves Assist and support the activities of daily living in a way that meets the Eden principles and the Domains of Wellbeing Take instruction and tasks from the Registered Nurse Ensure resident's needs are attended to effectively and in a timely mannerWe work with a fixed roster so you can plan ahead but the ability to offer some flexibility to pick up additional shifts, to provide cover in the home is always welcomed.

Get in touch and have a chat with us – we'd love to hear from you!

About YouPassionate about the wellbeing of older people, you are enthusiastic but patient; well-organised with great interpersonal skills.

You share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect.

We are looking for : Minimum 2 years' experience as a Healthcare Assistant Must hold at least a Level 2 NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing Experience working with elderly residents in a rest home or aged care setting is essential Tech-savvy and confident using various systems for documentation and communication Ability to travel and work in Lower Hutt and / or Karori, Johnsonville and TawaMahi mo tatou - Working for usEnliven offers a compassionate environment where upskilling and training are highly valued.

You will also enjoy : Hourly rate from $25.04 to $31.93 depending on experience and qualifications Progressive pay steps that recognise your qualifications Access to discounted healthcare cover and free employee assistance programme We also have discounts with major NZ retailers across the countryAs a values-based organisation that cares about our staff as much as we do about our residents, we support everyone who becomes a part of the Enliven family.

Find out more about what makes us such a great place to live and work.We will be shortlisting applications as they come in and this may result in the job add closing early.Note : Candidates must possess the legal right to reside and work in New Zealand prior to applying.As a healthcare provider, Enliven operates a 'Smoke Free' policy onsite.

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