Community Support Specialist - Flexible Hours & Growth

Healthvision NZ; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Travel allowance as per IBT rules

Opportunities to gain Level 3 and 4 in

Paid competency trainings

Free EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Free Flu vaccinations

Refer a friend programme

Job summary

Healthvision NZ in Otago is seeking a compassionate and resilient support worker to assist people with health-related needs in the Oamaru community. This role focuses on delivering person-centred care, building trusted relationships, and supporting daily living activities.

We value empathy, reliability, and flexibility, with rotating rosters including mornings, afternoons, and weekends. Part-time opportunities offer casual, part-time, and full-time discussions during recruitment.

Qualifications

• Ideally prior personal care experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with complex medical conditions, like spinal injuries, traumatic brain injury.
• A Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification is beneficial and those looking to enter the healthcare sector will also be considered.
• Access to a car and ability to drive independently (a full New Zealand Driver's License is a must).
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand is a must.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal cares (showering, bathing).
• Assisting with household management and meal preparation.
• Supporting exercise programmes.
• Assisting with accessing the community.
• Bowel, Bladder, and Catheter cares.
• Moving and handling hoists and manual transfers.
• Medication support.

Education

Level 3 Health and Wellbeing qualification

Job description

Healthvision NZ in Otago is seeking a compassionate and resilient support worker to assist people with health-related needs in the Oamaru community. This role focuses on delivering person-centred care, building trusted relationships, and supporting daily living activities.

We value empathy, reliability, and flexibility, with rotating rosters including mornings, afternoons, and weekends. Part-time opportunities offer casual, part-time, and full-time discussions during recruitment.