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.

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.

We are currently looking for Wellness Partners for the following positions:

Permanant part time position 23 hours per fortnight PM shifts 

This would really suit student

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

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we offer 

• Fun, friendly, and supportive team environment
• Certainty of hours through a fixed roster
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to staff discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers.

If you have a passion for wellness, collaborating with others, and 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.