Casual Caregiver

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. 

As leaders in a growing industry, we offer not just a job, but a journey of growth and opportunity. We also take part in every aspect of our villages. We are the developers, the designers, the contractors, the operators and the owners. This means there are endless opportunities to learn and develop and as we grow, you can grow with us. 

The way we work is guided by our values - One Team, Strong Enough to Care and Strive to Be the Best. We know it takes a collective effort to bring a village to life and help it thrive, so Summerset is a place where everyone’s uniqueness and diversity can shine. 

When you’re part of the Summerset team, you belong to a place where your work has real impact, who you are is fully embraced and where your career flourishes. 

We are looking for exceptional Caregivers to join our Levin village. This role is on a Casual basis

To be a successful candidate you will:

• have experience in aged care and or have a qualification relevant to the role.
• have genuine compassion for all kinds of people from all walks of life.
• be a team player and be able to manage your time well in order to complete all your tasks.
• be available to work on a rostered and rotating shift pattern (including mornings, afternoon and weekends).

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic caregiving skills and knowledge of elderly care practices
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management and organizational abilities
• Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and transfers
• Compassionate and patient demeanor
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Previous caregiving experience preferred
• Caregiver certification a plus
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

To recognise the important work that you do for our residents, we offer many great benefits such as:

• An enthusiastic and supportive team that is fun to be part of
• $25.39-$29.95 per hour based on your experience and or qualifications
• Weekend rates of an additional 40 percent of the hourly rate
• Time and one half for all work or shifts over 8 hours in a day
• Health cover (if applicable), social sporting teams, meal allowances, clothing allocation and discounts at a range of suppliers plus much more
• We offer career progression and support for those looking to develop their skills further in the aged care industry.

If you, or someone you know, are strong enough to care, then we would love to hear from you. 

This role includes many great benefits e.g. discounts at various brands via our Boost plan!

Due to NZ Immigration requirements we are obliged to consider candidates that already have the right to work in NZ for this role first. Due to this we may not be able to support a visa application for this role.