Casual Community Support Worker: Empowering Independence

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai o Poutini West Coast; West Coast; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai o Poutini West Coast is seeking compassionate Support Workers to help people stay active and well in their communities. You will work under a Registered Health Professional to deliver safe, respectful, and culturally appropriate support that promotes independence and dignity.

Your role focuses on assisting with daily activities, following care plans, and participating in ongoing training to improve access, experience and outcomes for clients, whānau,

Qualifications

• NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2) or willingness to undertake this qualification.
• Full NZ driver's licence and competency with Microsoft applications.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality support in line with individual care plans.
• Support clients in a culturally safe and mana-enhancing way.
• Encourage independence and participation in everyday activities.
• Follow care plans, policies and organisational procedures.
• Collaborate with health professionals, clients and whānau.
• Use technology for communication and service administration.

Skills

Empathetic

Reliable

Passionate about helping people

Cultural safety

Good communicator

Independent worker

Microsoft Office proficiency

Willing to learn

Education

NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2)

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai o Poutini West Coast is seeking compassionate Support Workers to help people stay active and well in their communities. You will work under a Registered Health Professional to deliver safe, respectful, and culturally appropriate support that promotes independence and dignity.

Your role focuses on assisting with daily activities, following care plans, and participating in ongoing training to improve access, experience and outcomes for clients, whānau,