Support Worker - Christchurch

About the role

Geneva Healthcare provides in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health and disability support services. It is looking for an empathetic, passionate and motivated Support Worker to join its team in the Christchurch area. The role is permanent and full-time.

Key responsibilities

• Help clients achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support
• Meal preparation
• Community outings and integration
• Medication support
• Personal care such as showering and toileting
• Manual handling and hoist transfers
• Home management tasks

Required profile

• A positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred but not essential
• Great communication skills and availability to work on weekends
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous
• Full NZ driver's licence and reliable transport (most roles)
• Right to work in New Zealand and willingness to undergo police vetting and other checks

What we offer

• Pay of $23.97 to $29.68 per hour, plus a $2 per hour weekend allowance
• Guaranteed hours and a travel allowance
• Free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications
• Work phone and benefits including discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Access to Samsung products at a discounted price