Community Support Worker - Mosgiel, Dunedin

Candid Jobs; Dunedin; Remote; NZD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay band $24.61–$31.40 per hour

Flexible hours

Travel allowance

Careerforce NZ qualifications

Free flu vaccinations

Referral bonus

Job summary

Healthvision is seeking a Community Support Worker in Mosgiel, Dunedin. This role supports people with health-related issues or disabilities, assisting with personal cares, meal preparation, household tasks, and community access.

Rotating AM/PM and weekend shifts with flexible hours; a full NZ driver’s license is required to travel between clients. You will be joining a family-owned provider offering opportunities to gain Level 3/4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications and access to training.

Qualifications

• Ideally prior personal care experience.
• Familiarity with complex medical conditions is a plus.
• Access to a car and a valid New Zealand driver's license required.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal cares (showering, bathing).
• Support with household tasks and meal preparation.
• Assist with accessing the community and exercise programs.
• Provide medication support and help with mobility.

Skills

Personal care

Flexibility

Driving

Education

Health & wellbeing Level 3/4

Job description

# Community Support Worker - Mosgiel, DunedinHealthvisionThe ad asks for: Full driver licence. Candid does not check these.* Dunedin, Otago* Listed 6 days agoPermanentHealthcare, Community & social services## DescriptionAre you resilient, energetic and conscientious?Do you have an interest in supporting people with health-related issues or a disability?If you are dedicated to building strong, trust-based relationships with people we support to help enable them to live the best possible life then read on!About the Position | Te MahiSupport work is fun, people-facing, challenging, and very rewarding, and it is also a deeply empathetic journey. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to provide invaluable support, led by the people you will be supporting.Responsibilities may Include:* 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 supportJob Location: Mosgiel - DunedinEmployment Type: Part TimeWe offer a range of employment opportunities including casual, part-time, and full-time positions, which will be discussed further during the recruitment process.Days of Work: As this is community-based work, rotating rosters would be involved including AM, PM and weekend work. Your preferred hours of work can be discussed during the recruitment process.The duration of these hours may vary, ranging from shorter to longer periods, depending on the specific needs of the people we support.About you | He momoYou are a calm but confident natured individual who can demonstrate resilience and understand the challenges of service users. There are many responsibilities associated with being a support worker which can be challenging and fulfilling. It is rewarding when you are part of the support that enables a person to live their best lives in the community.The candidate would have (Candidate Pre-Requisites):* 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 (comprehensive training can be provided)* 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.Benefits | Ki te huanga* Pay Band: $24.61 to $31.40 per hour* Flexible hours* Travel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rules* Opportunities to gain your Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing with Careerforce NZ* Paid competency trainings* Free EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Services* Free Flu vaccinations* Refer a friend programmeThe Organisation | Te WhakahaerengaHealthvision is a family-owned provider of homecare, community nursing, and rehabilitation services across Aotearoa. Guided by our family values, we are passionate about supporting people who need care to live life the way they want.We work closely with individuals, their families, and whānau to understand their holistic needs and provide comprehensive, wraparound in-home health services that promote independence and wellbeing. At Healthvision, our approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, innovation, and dedication — values that shape everything we do.Hiahia | Interested?Contact us even if you do not have a qualification as we are looking for people who are willing to learn, who will be reliable and passionate about community support work. If you can demonstrate how you will travel between people we support, we are happy to talk about the opportunities, we may have for you.## To applyIf this role is of interest, use the Apply button on this page and follow the employer's steps.To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.Need a work visa? Check Immigration New Zealand's accredited employer list. Some accredited employers choose not to be listed, so ask the employer if you can't find them.