Support worker- Motueka

HealthcareNZ Limited; Nelson; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nelson seeks an empathetic Support Worker. This role involves supporting clients in community integration, personal care, and goal achievement. Candidates should have great communication skills and a genuine desire to help others. Competitive pay and free training offered. Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours

Travel allowance

Free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred.
• Full NZ driver's licence and reliable transport most roles.
• Willingness to undergo police vetting.

Responsibilities

• Help clients achieve their goals through practical support.
• Assist with meal preparation and personal care.
• Support medication management and community integration.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Healthcare qualifications

Job description

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HealthCare NZis a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health, and disability support services.

We're on the lookout forempathetic, passionate, and motivated Support Workerto join our specialist team inNelson.

What You'll Get:

• Competitive pay: $23.50 - $29.10 per hour
• Guaranteed hoursand travel allowance
• Free trainingtowards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications
• Work phoneand benefits like discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programmefor health and wellbeing support

What You'll Do:

As aSupport Worker, you'll help clients achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support. Tasks may include:

• Meal preparation
• Community outings and integration
• Medication support
• Personal care (showering, toileting, etc.)
• Bowel cares,Manual handling, and hoist transfers

What We're Looking For:

• A positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience (preferred but not essential)
• Great communication skills and flexibility to work alternate weekends
• Healthcare qualifications (advantageous)
• Full NZ driver's licence and reliable transport (most roles)

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about supporting people, we'd love to hear from you!

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to undergo police vetting and other checks.