Casual Wellness and Emergency Responder

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Arvida Group's Knightsbridge Retirement Village in Rosedale seeks a Casual Wellness and Emergency Responder for day, weekend and night shifts, to support residents and respond to emergencies while promoting safety. The role follows a resident-led approach and our values Being There, In it Together, Look for a Way, requiring strong teamwork and clear communication. Ideal candidates enjoy working with older people, bring honesty and energy, and can commit to weekends and nights; a current first aid certificate helps, care experience is a bonus. To apply, tailor your CV and cover letter to show alignment with our values, highlight relevant experience and availability, then submit. We offer a competitive rate, training, and a positive culture.

Company Description

Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive. 

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mō te tūranga | About the opportunity

Knightsbridge Retirement Village is a beautiful and relaxed community nestled in Rosedale that caters to the individual and independent lifestyle of older New Zealanders. Our Wellness and  Emergency Responders play an important role in our community, being on-site with our residents to attend to any emergency situations that may arise (and escalate as necessary), and to ensure the ongoing safety and wellbeing of all our residents.

We have a strong focus on supporting older New Zealanders to live well in all aspects of daily life and you will support these initiatives through your day-to-day interactions with our residents.

This is a casual opportunity working dayshifts, including weekend and evening / sleepover shifts. There is plenty of work for those who are flexible.  

Qualifications

To tatou kaitono pai | What you bring:

• Enjoyment in interacting with older people and participating in meaningful work 
• Commitment to a high standard of performance with diligence and care
• Ability to work within a team where we respect our residents and our team members
• Great verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to report and document accurately
• Honesty, integrity, high energy, physical fitness, and enthusiasm
• Good customer service, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Availability to work rostered shifts including weekends and nights
• Background in care or clinical settings is advantageous but not essential
• Current first aid certificate

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we can offer

• A competitive market rate
• Ongoing training and team benefits
• An engaging, positive, and supportive work culture
• The opportunity to work with a dedicated and enthusiastic team

If you have a passion for working with older New Zealanders, enjoy being a part of a team that makes a difference, and seek purpose-led work, we’d love to hear from you!

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining what you’ll bring to the role and your fit to Arvida.