Part-Time Support Worker – Rangiora (In-Home Care)

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

Benefits offered by this job

NZQA funded qualifications

Career development pathway

Job summary

HealthCare New Zealand is seeking an Experienced Support Worker to provide in-home support for a client in Rangiora. The role includes practical and emotional support within the client’s home and community, following a care plan and coordinating with the wider team.

The roster includes weekend shifts, with flexibility and a focus on helping clients achieve independence. Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport are required; Level 3/4 healthcare qualifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do.
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience would be advantageous
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous, Level 3 or 4
• Require a full NZ drivers' licence and your own reliable transport

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and community outings and integration
• Giving medication
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Home management
• Must follow care plan instructions
• Level 3 or 4 qualified
• Hoist trained- sara steady, Catheter cares (empty catheter 3 hourly or if full and night bag change)
• Familiarity with passive exercises

Skills

Attitude

Caregiving experience

Healthcare qualifications

Driver's licence

Job description

HealthCare New Zealand is seeking an Experienced Support Worker to provide in-home support for a client in Rangiora. The role includes practical and emotional support within the client’s home and community, following a care plan and coordinating with the wider team.

The roster includes weekend shifts, with flexibility and a focus on helping clients achieve independence. Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport are required; Level 3/4 healthcare qualifications are advantageous.