Healthcare Assistant - Full Time and Part Time

About Radius Care

Radius Care is a New Zealand owned company dedicated to delivering health and aged care services for the elderly and disabled. Operating across 25 locations nationwide, the company employs over 1800 staff members and provides care to more than 1700 residents, establishing itself as a leading healthcare provider in New Zealand.

Location and Work Hours

This position is based at Radius Karori Care at 29 Messines Rd, Karori, Wellington.

• Full-time role: 37.5 hours weekly, primarily night shifts
• Part-time role: 18 hours weekly

Role Overview

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will deliver outstanding care to residents, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Building strong relationships with residents and their families is key, alongside close collaboration with the care team to apply individualized care plans. Comprehensive training is provided.

Primary Responsibilities

• Providing personal care while promoting residents' independence and decision-making
• Completing delegated tasks efficiently and punctually
• Responding promptly to resident needs and supplying relevant information
• Maintaining and updating health records of residents
• Assisting in resident handovers during shift changes

Benefits and Support

• Opportunities for career growth and support with Careerforce and NZQA qualifications
• Uniform provided and access to staff discounts and perks through a dedicated app
• Additional allowances for weekend and night shifts, where applicable
• A supportive team environment with an optimal staff-to-resident ratio
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Desired Skills and Experience

• Preferably holds a New Zealand Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent qualification
• Prior dementia care training is advantageous
• Experience in caregiving or aged care within New Zealand is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy towards residents and their families
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Flexibility to work according to the assigned roster

Diversity and Inclusion

Radius Care is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workforce, ensuring equal employment opportunities, career development, and a safe workplace. All applicants are welcomed regardless of gender, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs. The organization values the diverse experiences individuals bring.

"E kaha tautoko ana a Radius Care i te ōritetanga, me te kanorau ā ō tātou nei kaimahi. E pirihonga ana mātou ki te whakaroto i ngā whiwhinga mahi whakaōrite, me te whakawhanake i tō umanga ngaio. Āno hoki, kia haumaru, kia hauora hoki tō tātou whaitua mahi. Tēnei te mihi maioha ki a kōutou, ngā kaitono kātoa. Āhakoa nō hea koe , āhakoa te pakeke , tō ira tangata rānei. E whai tīkanga ana tō tātou nei rōpu whakahaere, i ngā wheako whaiaro maha kei a kōutou kātoa."