Part-Time Home-Based Therapy Assistant — Geriatric Rehab

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitematā; Auckland; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Health Assistants or Health Care Assistants are invited to join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waitematā to support our START program. This part-time role (0.7–0.9 FTE) involves delivering home-based therapy support in collaboration with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and nurses, with some shift flexibility.

Applicants should bring a compassionate approach to caring for older adults, good communication, and a willingness to learn restorative techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting allied health professionals in home or clinical settings.
• Ability to promote independence in activities of daily living.
• Good communication with older adults and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prescribed therapy programs under supervision.
• Support patients with personal cares and daily living activities.
• Assist clinicians during therapy sessions and use adaptive equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication skills

Older adult care

Job description

Allied Health Assistants or Health Care Assistants are invited to join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waitematā to support our START program. This part-time role (0.7–0.9 FTE) involves delivering home-based therapy support in collaboration with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and nurses, with some shift flexibility.

Applicants should bring a compassionate approach to caring for older adults, good communication, and a willingness to learn restorative techniques.