In-Home Care Support Worker — Holiday Season (Guaranteed Hours)

Healthcarenz Limited; Waikato; On-site; NZD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free NZQA health & wellbeing training

Work phone

Travel allowance

Discounted health insurance

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Cambridge is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist clients in achieving their goals and living independently. You will provide practical and emotional support, including meal prep, transport, and daily living tasks, while promoting wellbeing and safety.

The role requires a positive attitude, readiness for holiday-season coverage, and flexibility to work alternate weekends. Prior care experience is valued, with NZQA training opportunities available and access to health

Qualifications

• Show a positive attitude and genuine desire to help others.
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and flexibility to work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy and care

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Motivation to help others

Education

Healthcare qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

HealthCare NZ in Cambridge is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist clients in achieving their goals and living independently. You will provide practical and emotional support, including meal prep, transport, and daily living tasks, while promoting wellbeing and safety.

The role requires a positive attitude, readiness for holiday-season coverage, and flexibility to work alternate weekends. Prior care experience is valued, with NZQA training opportunities available and access to health