Health Care Assistants

1 week ago

Oamaru, New Zealand Presbyteri­an Support Otago Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$55,000 per year
  • Casual
  • Application Closes 16 Nov 2025
  • Otago - Oamaru

  • Healthcare Support Worker

  • Expression of Interest – Casual Health Care Assistant

  • Iona, Oamaru

Make a difference in an older person's daily life, working as a Health Care Assistant.

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: This is a casual position. We are looking for someone who can work on if and when required basis.

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 or 4 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. We operate a highly regarded network of 9 care homes across Otago and we provide 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.

Residing in Oamaru, a region rich in history and heritage and situated in large park-like grounds, Iona holds 79 residents supported at hospital and 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 Iona - To complete your expression of interest, please click "Apply Now"

For further information contact Iona on , ext 0.

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 - no applications will be accepted via email

Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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