Christmas Support Worker — Care & Community (Thames)

New Zealand Health Group; Totara; Remote; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours

Travel allowance

Free training toward NZQA Health &

Job summary

HealthCare NZ Thames is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to cover the Christmas and New Year period. You will assist clients with daily living needs in the Thames area, delivering practical and emotional support to help them achieve their goals.

Ideal candidates have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and flexibility to work alternate weekends. Full NZ driver's licence is preferred. Eligibility to work in NZ and police checks apply.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others.
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred but not essential.
• 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

Job description

HealthCare NZ Thames is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to cover the Christmas and New Year period. You will assist clients with daily living needs in the Thames area, delivering practical and emotional support to help them achieve their goals.

Ideal candidates have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and flexibility to work alternate weekends. Full NZ driver's licence is preferred. Eligibility to work in NZ and police checks apply.