Full Time Application Closes 21 Jun 2023 Canterbury - Christchurch City Healthcare Support Worker Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleHeritage Lifecare has a rewarding opportunities available for a Caregiver to join our team on a permanent Full-time basis at Edith Cavell Lifecare in Christchurch. Hourly rate of $24.06 - $28.25 per hour AM, PM and Weekend shifts Edith Cavell is a 60-bed Care Home and Hospital with a 7-unit Village located in the central Sumner Village in Christchurch. At Edith Cavell Lifecare, no two days will be the same, but you can be certain that each day you will leave work feeling fulfilled knowing that you’ve made a big difference in somebody else’s day. The work can be challenging, but it is also meaningful and rewarding, and your supportive and welcoming team will become your second family. As a Caregiver, you will: Work together in a team to provide a safe, caring, and supportive environment for our residents Follow individual resident care plans Form lasting relationships with residents and their whanāu | family Adapt and support your wider team members to create a great team environment He pūkenga tou | Skills & Experience A great team spirit with empathy and drive to make a difference in the lives of others Good communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate with residents, their families and your team members Be familiar with computers and have the ability to learn new systems Minimum NZQA Level 2 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent New Zealand or overseas qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing) Experience within aged care would be beneficial, but not essential Understanding of Nga Paerewa sectors standards and applying the Treaty of Waitangi standards in the workplace. Ngā mea e tukuna ana e tātau | What we offer our employees The opportunity to work within a progressive environment and with an organisation that has a solid focus to ensure the delivery of respectful and caring services that is safe for residents and staff. Collaborative and inclusive working environment with approachable and supportive management. Add any additional wage benefits (e.g. overtime etc) Focus on your professional development and career progression, providing a variety of development opportunities and support to complete qualifications Access to an Employee Assistance Program. Rewarded with knowing that you have made a change in the life of someone else that has made their day better. Heritage Lifecare is an Accredited Employer with Immigration New Zealand Nau mai haere mai ki Heritage Lifecare | Welcome to Heritage Lifecare Heritage Lifecare is a trusted aged care provider to over 2,500 people, providing residential aged care services and care homes throughout New Zealand. We are driven to nurture and grow environments that feel like home by promoting inclusion, interaction, and strong community values. We recognise the Treaty of Waitangi and its importance to Māori and how it applies to the work at Heritage Lifecare. This includes adhering to the concepts of whanaungatanga, whakapapa and manaakitanga when dealing with people to foster an environment where people can work together with ease and understanding.Our team is built on the foundation of respecting individuals, both residents and staff. We pride ourselves on creating a ‘Better everyday – everyday’ for our residents.Tono mai | How to ApplyPlease submit an online application by selecting the ‘Apply’ link. You will be taken to our online application platform to complete an easy online application. You will be required to upload a up to date Resume. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work.We will be reviewing applications as they are received and progressing to interviews quickly. We reserve the right to close advertising early if the position is filled during the advertising period.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. Caregiver.pdf