Compassionate Support Worker - In-Home Care, Whangarei

New Zealand Health Group; Whangarei; Hybrid; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Travel allowance

Free training NZQA Health & Wellbeing

Work phone

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Whangarei is seeking an empathetic, motivated Support Worker to join our team. You will help clients live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support.

Responsibilities include meal preparation, community outings, medication support, and personal care such as showering and toileting, plus bowel care and manual handling as needed. Full NZ driver's licence and reliable transport are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or caregiving preferred but not required.
• Full NZ driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Excellent communication and flexibility to work alternate weekends.
• Healthcare qualifications (advantageous).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Job description

HealthCare NZ in Whangarei is seeking an empathetic, motivated Support Worker to join our team. You will help clients live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support.

Responsibilities include meal preparation, community outings, medication support, and personal care such as showering and toileting, plus bowel care and manual handling as needed. Full NZ driver's licence and reliable transport are preferred.