Emergency Response Attendant

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Arvida Group Limited seeks an Emergency Response Attendant for a permanent part-time role on site in Auckland, working two to three shifts per week including weekend and evening sleepover shifts, to be on site with residents and escalate emergencies as needed. The role emphasizes supporting older New Zealanders to live well within a resident-led culture guided by Being There, In it Together and Look for a Way. The ideal candidate enjoys engaging with older people, demonstrates reliability, teamwork, strong communication and documentation, and maintains high energy, integrity and fitness. To apply, tailor your cover letter to show how your experience aligns with care safety and the values, highlight a current first aid certificate, and attach both your CV and cover letter.

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

(Community name) is a beautiful and relaxed community nestled in (location) that caters to the individual and independent lifestyle of (XX) older New Zealanders. Our Emergency Response Attendants 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 permanent part-time position, working two to three shifts per week, including weekend and evening / sleepover shifts. There is also an opportunity to cover leave and sick days. 

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
• Mentorship with experienced managers
• 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.