Support Worker - Thames

About the role

HealthCare NZ, a provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health and disability support services, is looking for an empathetic, passionate and motivated Support Worker to join its team in Thames. The position covers the Christmas and New Year period, and availability during the holiday season is mandatory.

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
• Bowel care, 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
• Healthcare qualifications advantageous
• Full NZ driver's licence and reliable transport (for 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
• Guaranteed hours and a travel allowance
• Free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications
• Work phone and benefits such as discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support