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Are you an experienced Caregiver looking for a change?
Highland Park location -Work Close to home and beat the traffic
Permanent, Part time role - PM shifts -24hours week
Lovely Retirement village setting
Great staff benefits offered……read on
About the role
We're looking for a Caregiving 'superstar' to join our team as our 'Resident Wellness Support' at our Village 'Highlands' in Highland Park, East Auckland. Ideally with a background in Caregiving, the Resident Wellness Support reports to the Assistant Village Manager as a part of our Village team, supporting our independent living residents with their daily cares including cleaning and laundry, supporting in the communal dining area during meal service, and being 'First Responder' support if required.
This role is working part-time; 24 hours week as follows:
Thursdays 5.00pm-9.30pm
Fridays 5.00pm-9.30pm
Saturdays 1.30pm-9.30pm
Sundays 1.30pm-9.30pm
So, you must be available to work every weekend.
Some of the great things you will be doing:
First Responder: able to respond calmly to emergency calls from residents while on shift.
Assisting the residents in the communal dining areas and assisting the kitchen clearing tables
Housekeeping support- provide support to maintain a safe & clean environment in public areas
Cleaning residents' rooms and doing their laundry as required
Supporting our residents to live their best life while remaining as independent as possible
About you
We are looking for an outgoing person who has a passion for the health industry and aged care living. Someone who is respectful, has great communication skills and can use their initiative. Other things that will help include:
Current First Aid Certificate, although training is provided
Patience and willingness to deliver an outstanding service to our residents
Energetic reliable and friendly customer service approach
About us
Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 7,400 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.
Check out some of our Benefits!
Paid wellness and a Paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each year
Health and Life Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff
26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners.
Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
Employee assistance program (EAP)
How to apply
Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home
Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home to see our other current vacancies.
Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application.
Job Details
Reference #
42209
Location(s)
Highland Park
Expertise
Caregiving, Home Support
Job level(s)
Qualified, Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent part-time
More details (document)
Resident Wellness Support - Highlands (Final Jan 2026).pdf
Are you an experienced Caregiver looking for a change?
Highland Park location -Work Close to home and beat the traffic
Permanent, Part time role - PM shifts -24hours week
Lovely Retirement village setting
Great staff benefits offered……read on
About the role
We're looking for a Caregiving 'superstar' to join our team as our 'Resident Wellness Support' at our Village 'Highlands' in Highland Park, East Auckland. Ideally with a background in Caregiving, the Resident Wellness Support reports to the Assistant Village Manager as a part of our Village team, supporting our independent living residents with their daily cares including cleaning and laundry, supporting in the communal dining area during meal service, and being 'First Responder' support if required.
This role is working part-time; 24 hours week as follows:
Thursdays 5.00pm-9.30pm
Fridays 5.00pm-9.30pm
Saturdays 1.30pm-9.30pm
Sundays 1.30pm-9.30pm
So, you must be available to work every weekend.
Some of the great things you will be doing:
First Responder: able to respond calmly to emergency calls from residents while on shift.
Assisting the residents in the communal dining areas and assisting the kitchen clearing tables
Housekeeping support- provide support to maintain a safe & clean environment in public areas
Cleaning residents' rooms and doing their laundry as required
Supporting our residents to live their best life while remaining as independent as possible
About you
We are looking for an outgoing person who has a passion for the health industry and aged care living. Someone who is respectful, has great communication skills and can use their initiative. Other things that will help include:
Current First Aid Certificate, although training is provided
Patience and willingness to deliver an outstanding service to our residents
Energetic reliable and friendly customer service approach
About us
Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 7,400 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.
Check out some of our Benefits!
Paid wellness and a Paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each year
Health and Life Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff
26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners.
Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
Employee assistance program (EAP)
How to apply
Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home
Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home to see our other current vacancies.
Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application.
Job Details
Reference #
42209
Location(s)
Highland Park
Expertise
Caregiving, Home Support
Job level(s)
Qualified, Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent part-time
More details (document)
Resident Wellness Support - Highlands (Final Jan 2026).pdf
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Resident Wellness Support | Part-time position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
