Job Title: Live-in Caregiver
Location: Upper Hutt, Wellington
Company: Greensboro Limited
Number of Positions: 1
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Days Required: Monday to Sunday
Hours Per Week: Minimum 30 hours guaranteed
Hourly Rate: $28.25 per hour
Note: Reasonable food, accommodation and utilities will be deducted from wages as part of the live-in arrangement. Reasonable expenses incurred as part of employment, such as the cost of petrol, will be reimbursed.
Job Description:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Live-in Caregiver to join our team at Greensboro Limited in the Wellington region. In this role, you will provide personalised, high-quality support to a female client in her 80s who is living with cancer and dementia, in a private, home-based setting.
Key Responsibilities:
· Personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, and dressing
· Administering medications as prescribed
· Preparing meals and assisting with feeding
· Supporting mobility and physical exercises
· Providing companionship and emotional support
· Performing light housekeeping and laundry duties
· Liaising with healthcare professionals and family members as needed
· Must live on-site and be available for overnight care and emergencies
· Travel may be required for errands or medical appointments
Job Prerequisites:
· Minimum of 3 years' prior experience as a caregiver or in a related healthcare/support role
· Ability to work independently and in a team
· Good communication and interpersonal skills
· Reliable, trustworthy, and empathetic
· First Aid certification and related training (preferred)
· Clean criminal record
· Valid driver’s licence and access to motor vehicle
How to Apply:
Please apply with your up-to-date CV.
Visa Status:
In your application, please indicate if you are a New Zealand citizen or resident visa holder. If you are a visa holder (e.g. work visa), please state the type of visa you hold and the expiry date.