Health Care Assistant - Cashmere Heights

Part Time Application Closes 29 Aug 2026 Wellington - Wellington Healthcare Support Worker Health Care Assistants - Cashmere Heights - Johnsonville Mō Mātou - About Us When you join Presbyterian Support Central (PSC), you’re becoming part of something truly special, a not-for-profit organisation that’s been helping people for more than 115 years. Everything we do is about supporting people at the most vulnerable times of their lives, whether that’s an older person needing care and connection, or a family working through tough times. Our name, Enliven, is a celebration of our beginnings, our heritage and the values we share. Our homes and villages are places where older people have companionship, choice, variety, fun, meaningful activity and a sense of purpose. Being part of our team means the opportunity to share in our values-based approach and be part of a not-for-profit service specialising in the support of our elders. Cashmere Heights offers a welcoming environment with compassionate care, modern facilities, and strong community connections. Residents stay connected with family and friends and often take part in shaping daily life. Together, we make a lasting difference. Mō te tūranga - About the role We are looking for Health Care Assistants to support our Elders with a diagnosis of dementia in our Cashmere Heights Home in Johnsonville. We have two roles available on a two-week roster basis working 16:00 to 00:00 as shown below: Rotation one Week one Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Week two Monday, Tuesday Wednesday Rotation two Week one Thursday, Friday, Saturday Week two Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday You will work as part of an Enliven team in a peer-supported environment, where everyone wants to deliver great quality care to our residents and ensure they have a positive experience whilst living in our home. We value the flexibility you can bring with you as we appreciate every team member that can support our Homes to be a great place to live and work. In This Role You Will Provide daily living and care support to our Elders Encourage independence and resident‑led decision making Deliver high‑quality, individualised support Follow and encourage all health and safety practices and procedures Work under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse team Ensure resident needs are met effectively and in a timely manner Mō koe - About You As well as a passion for the wellbeing of older people, you will be enthusiastic but patient and well organised with great interpersonal skills. You will share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect, and operate with a person-centred approach and high care standards. Whether you are spending time with staff or residents, it's all about the way we communicate with each other and how we get the job done that counts towards making the difference to everyone's day. We are looking for someone you can offer the following: Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Health Care Assistant Have a first aid certificate Be LCP trained Hold a Health & Wellbeing Certificate Level 3 or 4, or currently working towards it Passionate about supporting the wellbeing of older people Patient, organised, and a strong team player Good verbal communication and documentation skills Be comfortable using a computer and keeping digital records Mō ō Tātou Painga – About Our Benefits A job with Enliven is a career that supports and empowers thousands of people to live happy, healthy lives. We love people – and that includes our employees. You Will Benefit From The Following Progressive pay scale: $25.71–$32.03 per hour (based on qualifications, skills, and experience) Career development: Ongoing training and pathways into leadership roles Supportive team environment with strong peer collaboration Staff wellbeing initiatives to support your personal health Benefits including discounted healthcare and free counselling services Ongoing training and support to help you grow A workplace that values diversity and honours Māori as Tangata Whenua #J-18808-Ljbffr