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September 9, 2024

Presbyterian Support Otago

Dunedin

PART TIME


Health Care Assistant (Fixed Term) – Ross Home

  • Part Time
  • Application Closes 10 Oct 2024
  • Otago - Dunedin City
  • Healthcare Support Worker

  • Health Care Assistant
  • Ross Home, Dunedin
  • Fixed-term role for annual leave cover from 13 October 2024 to 13 May 2025


The Role

You'll put your practical skills and compassion into supporting residents with everyday activities such as personal care, assistance at mealtimes, and general care duties that make for happier, healthier living at an Enliven home. You will work hard, but there are few jobs that will give you the immense satisfaction of working for people who are grateful for your help and who contribute to an enriching working environment.
Hours: Fixed-term cover for parental leave from 13 October 2024 to 13 May 2025. Days of work and hours will be as rostered 4 on 2 off, Day 1 and 2: 1700 - 2100hrs and Day 3 and 4: 1630 - 2200hrs.

About You
The ideal applicant will:
  • Be empathetic, compassionate, and patient
  • Work well in a team
  • Enjoy working alongside older people
  • Be physically fit and strong
  • Have enthusiasm and a sense of humour
  • Experience in an aged care environment is preferred
  • Level 3 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent will be an added advantage


What We Offer

  • Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
  • Opportunities to complete National Qualifications - earn while you learn!
  • Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
  • Working with a team of passionate people
  • Personal growth and career development opportunities
  • Significant on-the-job training.
  • Discounts with local businesses


About Us

Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1906. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. PSO operates a highly regarded network of 8 care homes across Otago and provides many other community-based social support programmes.
Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives.
An integral part of the North Dunedin community, Ross Home supports up to 124 residents living at rest home level care. Our 3-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.
Join the team at Ross Home - To apply click "Apply Now".
For further information contact Regan Gilchrist, Interim Facility Manager at Ross Home on 03 244 8218.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
If you have difficulty applying, please email recruitment@psotago.org.nz
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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