In-Home Care & Independence Support Worker

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

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Dunedin is seeking a Support Worker to help clients live independently at home and in the community. You will follow care plans and support clients to achieve their goals, with duties including meal prep, outings, medication assistance, personal care and home management.

The role offers a path for NZQA qualifications funded by the employer, with shift patterns Mon-Sun 7:30am–6:30pm and travel as needed. NZ driver’s license and reliable transport are required.

Qualifications

• Attitude to help and support others
• Healthcare or care-giving experience is advantageous
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous
• Requires a full NZ driver’s license and reliable transport

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attitude to help others

Healthcare experience advantageous

Healthcare qualifications advantageous

Full NZ driver’s license

Job description

HealthCare NZ in Dunedin is seeking a Support Worker to help clients live independently at home and in the community. You will follow care plans and support clients to achieve their goals, with duties including meal prep, outings, medication assistance, personal care and home management.

The role offers a path for NZQA qualifications funded by the employer, with shift patterns Mon-Sun 7:30am–6:30pm and travel as needed. NZ driver’s license and reliable transport are required.