Experienced Support Worker - Taumarunui

HealthCare of New Zealand; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours

Travel allowance

Free training toward NZQA

Work phone

Discounted health insurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Taumarunui seeks a dedicated Support Worker to assist clients with daily living and community participation. You will provide practical and emotional support to help people achieve their goals and maintain independence.

Responsibilities include meal prep, personal care, mobility/transfer assistance, and accompanying clients on activities. A positive attitude, flexibility, and reliable transport are essential.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, compassionate and motivated to help others.
• Good communication with clients, families and colleagues.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and goals.
• Support clients during community outings and social participation.
• Administer or assist with medications as directed by supervisors.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Flexibility

Healthcare exposure

Education

Healthcare qualifications

Job description

HealthCare of New Zealand – Manawatu District, North Island

HealthCare NZis a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health, and disability support services.

We’re on the lookout forempathetic, passionate, and motivated Support Workerto join our team inTaumarunui.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay: $23.97– $29.68per hour
• Guaranteed hoursand travel allowance
• Free trainingtowards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications
• Work phoneand benefits like discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programmefor health and wellbeing support

What You’ll Do:

As aSupport Worker, you’ll help clients achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support. Tasks may include:

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

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience (preferred but not essential)
• Great communication skills and flexibility to work alternate weekends
• Healthcare qualifications (advantageous)
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport (most roles)

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about supporting people, we’d love to hear from you!

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to undergo police vetting and other checks.