Casual Support Worker - Waihi

New Zealand Health Group; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours

NZQA training

Work phone

Employee assistance

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Waihi is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to help clients live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support. You will assist with meal prep, outings, medication support, and personal care.

The role offers guaranteed hours, travel allowance, free NZQA training, a work phone, and EAP for wellbeing, with an emphasis on teamwork and community integration. Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and genuine desire to help others.
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred but not essential.
• Great communication skills and flexibility to work alternate weekends.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Healthcare qualification (advantageous)

Job description

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

We’re on the lookout for empathetic, passionate, and motivated Support Worker to join our team inWaihi .

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay : $23.97– $29.68per hour
• Guaranteed hours and travel allowance
• Free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications
• Work phone and benefits like discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support

What You’ll Do:

As a Support 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?

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

Reference # 40183

Posted on 01 Oct 2026

Closes on 31 Oct 2026 17:00

Location(s) Hamilton branch area

Expertise Children & Youth Care, Disability Support, Home & Community Support, Rehabilitation, Support Worker, Respite Care

Job level(s) 0 - 1 year of experience, 1 - 3 years of experience