Support worker-Dunedin 3

Healthcare of New Zealand; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to making a real difference in the community. As a Community Support Worker, you will provide essential support to clients, helping them achieve their goals and maintain independence. Whether through meal preparation, personal care, or community integration, your role will be vital in enhancing the lives of those you serve. With flexible part-time options available, this position offers the chance to grow within a supportive team while gaining valuable experience in various healthcare disciplines. If you are passionate about helping others and want to be part of a close-knit team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Fully funded NZQA qualifications

Career pathway opportunities

Supportive team environment

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Desire to help and support others in achieving their goals.
• Willingness to undergo police vetting and checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients to live independently through practical and emotional support.
• Follow care plans that include meal prep, medication, and personal care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Education

NZQA qualifications

Tools

Personal Transport

Job description

HealthCare NZ is a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health and disability support. Our aim is to support people to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible and to maintain their independence regardless of age, injury, illness or disability.

Are you looking to make a real difference in your community?

We are currently looking for empathetic and passionate Support Workers across our different services including Community & Rehabilitation, and Social Services. Whether you are looking for flexibility around other commitments or would prefer regular rostered shifts, we have a variety of permanent full-time and part-time options on offer.

We are seeking a Community Support Worker for a part-time position. The role involves working Monday to Friday, as well as alternate weekends, with shifts from 8:00-9:00 AM and 5:00-6:00 PM. Additional hours may be offered over time.

The ideal candidate should be willing to travel across the following areas: St Kilda, St Clair, Abbotsford, Concord, Fairfield, Green Island, and Henley.

What does a Support Worker do?

As part of a wider team, you will assist our clients to live as independently as possible, within their homes and community. You will help our clients to achieve their goals and reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support. Responsibilities can be varied and you will follow a care plan, which may include some or all of the below:

• Meal preparation
• Community outings and integration
• Giving medication
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Home management

What's in it for you?

We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation. We provide a career pathway for staff through the learning and development framework to achieve NZQA qualifications, which are fully funded. You will earn between $23.38 - 29.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualification.

This is an opportunity to join New Zealand's largest community healthcare provider with the potential to gain experience in a variety of disciplines including aged care, disability, mental health and rehabilitation. Whilst you will be part of a large national organisation, you will join a dedicated and close-knit team.

What are we looking for?

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience is not required.
• This position requires Full/Restricted NZ drivers' licence and your own reliable transport.

At HealthCare New Zealand, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and reflects the communities we serve. If you are passionate about what you do and are interested in exploring a rewarding career with us, then we would love to hear from you!

You must possess the right to work in New Zealand and a willingness to undergo police vetting and additional checks in order to be considered for this position.

Reference # 33317

Posted on 15 Apr 2025

Closes on 24 May 2025 09:00

Location(s) Dunedin branch area