Wellness Partner

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Arvida Group Limited is hiring a full‑time Wellness Partner to work onsite in Tauranga, enriching residents’ lives in independent living and aged care through a resident‑led approach guided by Being There, In it Together and Look for a Way. You’ll support personal care, promote independence, observe health conditions, and engage in ongoing training, always with kindness and purpose. Key requirements include empathy, teamwork, integrity, energy, and flexibility for rosters that include weekends and nights; NZ residents are prioritised, with NZQF Level 2–3 (or one year of relevant experience) or Level 4 with three years’ experience, and English proof if overseas. For your application, tailor your cover letter to the Attitude of Living Well, highlight relevant care experience, teamwork, and problem solving, and attach your CV plus 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

Our Wellness Partners are at the heart of enriching the lives of our residents, doing everything with kindness and purpose. Each day you will work in partnership with residents to support their personal care needs and encourage resident-led decision making in their eating, resting, movement, communication, and activities.

Wellness Partners encourage our residents to maintain skills and a sense of independence. Resident welfare is important, and you will also be required to observe, accurately document, and communicate health conditions Participation in ongoing training is expected.

To tatou kaitono pai | What you bring:

• Enjoyment in interacting with older people and participating in meaningful work which has a real impact on people’s lives.
• 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.
• 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

Qualifications

Nga Tohu me nga wheako | Qualifications and Experience

We will be interviewing and screening NZ Residents and NZ Citizens as a priority before looking internationally.

Arvida Level 1 to Level 3

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
• Evidence of English test is required if from overseas 

Arvida Level 4

• NZQF Level 4 qualification or at least three-years’ experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we can offer

• Permanent or casual shifts
• 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 care 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 our Attitude of Living Well approach.