Experienced Support worker- Rangiora(PT)

HealthCare NZ; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NZQA funded qualifications

Career development pathway

Job summary

HealthCare New Zealand is seeking an Experienced Support Worker to provide in-home support for a client in Rangiora. The role includes practical and emotional support within the client’s home and community, following a care plan and coordinating with the wider team.

The roster includes weekend shifts, with flexibility and a focus on helping clients achieve independence. Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport are required; Level 3/4 healthcare qualifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do.
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience would be advantageous
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous, Level 3 or 4
• Require a full NZ drivers' licence and your own reliable transport

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and community outings and integration
• Giving medication
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Home management
• Must follow care plan instructions
• Level 3 or 4 qualified
• Hoist trained- sara steady, Catheter cares (empty catheter 3 hourly or if full and night bag change)
• Familiarity with passive exercises

Skills

Attitude

Caregiving experience

Healthcare qualifications

Driver's licence

Job description

• Experienced Support worker- Rangiora(PT)

Experienced Support worker- Rangiora(PT)

HealthCare NZ is a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health and disability support. Our aim is to support people to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible and to maintain their independence regardless of age, injury, illness or disability.

Are you looking to make a real difference in your community? .

We are currently seeking an experienced Support Worker to provide support for a client based in Rangiora.

Roster:

Week 1

• Saturday and Sunday:07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Week 2

• Sunday: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What does a Support Worker do?

As part of a wider team, you will assist our clients to live as independently as possible, within their homes and community. You will help our clients to achieve their goals and reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support. Responsibilities can be varied and you will follow a care plan, which may include some or all of the below:

• Meal preparation and community outings and integration
• Giving medication
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Home management
• Must follow care plan instructions
• Level 3 or 4 qualified
• Hoist trained- sara steady, Catheter cares (empty catheter 3 hourly or if full and night bag change)
• Familiarity with passive exercises

What's in it for you?

We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation. We provide a career pathway for staff through the learning and development framework to achieve NZQA qualifications, which are fully funded. You will earn between $23.97 - $29.68 per hour, depending on experience and qualification.

This is an opportunity to join New Zealand's largest community healthcare provider with the potential to gain experience in a variety of disciplines including aged care, disability, mental health and rehabilitation. Whilst you will be part of a large national organisation, you will join a dedicated and close-knit team.

What are we looking for?

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience would be advantageous
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous, Level 3 or 4
• Require a full NZ drivers' licence and your own reliable transport

At HealthCare New Zealand, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and reflects the communities we serve. If you are passionate about what you do and are interested in exploring a rewarding career with us, then we would love to hear from you!

You must possess the right to work in New Zealand and a willingness to undergo police vetting and additional checks in order to be considered for this position.