In-Home Care & Community Support Worker

Healthcarenz Limited; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthCare NZ is seeking compassionate Support Workers in Dunedin to assist clients at home and in the community. You will follow care plans to help clients achieve independence, with duties including meal prep, outings, medication administration and personal care.

A flexible schedule including weekends is required. Experience in healthcare is advantageous; a valid NZ driver's licence and reliable transport are often needed.

Qualifications

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do.
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience would be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous
• Most positions require a full NZ drivers' licence and your own reliable transport

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation
• Community outings and integration
• Giving medication
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Home management
• hoisting

Skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

Patient care

Empathy

Education

Healthcare qualifications

Job description

HealthCare NZ is seeking compassionate Support Workers in Dunedin to assist clients at home and in the community. You will follow care plans to help clients achieve independence, with duties including meal prep, outings, medication administration and personal care.

A flexible schedule including weekends is required. Experience in healthcare is advantageous; a valid NZ driver's licence and reliable transport are often needed.