Caregiver

• Permanent Full Time Level 2-3 caregiver role.
• Nighttime rostered shifts only (11pm-7am)
• Supportive, resident-focused team

Level 2-3 Caregiver | Permanent Full Time| Alden Rhapsody, New Plymouth

Are you a night owl who enjoys working nights and making a difference in the lives of the elderly? At Alden Rhapsody you can provide compassionate, professional care that makes residents feel safe, valued, and supported every night.

About the role As a Caregiver at Alden, you'll deliver high-quality personal care and support residents' wellbeing. You'll work closely with nursing staff and the care team to maintain smooth, safe, and culturally responsive care throughout your shift.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide personal care with respect and compassion
• Administer medications in line with your Medication Competency and Alden policies
• Support residents' physical, emotional, and social wellbeing
• Observe and report changes in resident health and behaviour
• Maintain a safe, clean, and culturally responsive environment, upholding Tikanga Maori practices
• Work collaboratively with the care team to ensure continuity and quality of care

Why you'll enjoy working at Alden

• Make a visible difference in residents' daily lives
• Work in a values-driven, resident-focused aged care provider
• Be part of a supportive, respectful, and professional team

Skills & experience

• NZQA Level 2 or 3 Health & Wellbeing qualification (essential)
• Experience in aged care, preferably as a caregiver
• Strong understanding of Health & Disability Sector Standards
• Calm, professional, and reliable approach
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa (essential)

About Alden Alden is a privately owned specialist aged care provider offering rest home, hospital, and dementia-level care across 20 residential facilities throughout New Zealand. Our name means "old friend," and that's how we care every day, with trust, respect, and genuine connection. At Alden, we support each resident as an individual, valuing their personality, life story, and needs.

Apply now with your CV and become part of the Alden whanau.