Part-time Support Worker - Te Aroha

New Zealand Health Group; Te Aroha; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours and travel allowance

Free training toward NZQA Health &

Work phone and benefits like discounts

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Te Aroha is seeking an empathetic Support Worker to assist clients with daily living and wellbeing. You will provide practical and emotional support, including meal prep, community activities, medication help, and personal care, with opportunities to learn and grow.

The role offers competitive hourly pay and guaranteed hours, plus travel allowance and training toward NZQA qualifications. A driver’s licence and reliable transport are usually required.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others.
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous.
• Great communication skills and flexibility to work alternate weekends.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport (most roles).

Responsibilities

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

Job description

HealthCare NZ is a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health, and disability support services.

We’re on the lookout for empathetic, passionate, and motivated Support Worker to join our team in Te Aroha.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive pay: $23.97– $29.68per hour
• Guaranteed hours and travel allowance
• Free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications
• Work phone and benefits like discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support

What You’ll Do

As a Support Worker, you’ll help clients achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support. Tasks may include:

• Meal preparation
• Community outings and integration
• Medication support
• Personal care (showering, toileting, etc.)
• Bowel cares,Manual handling, and hoist transfers

What We’re Looking For

• A positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience (preferred but not essential)
• Great communication skills and flexibility to work alternate weekends
• Healthcare qualifications (advantageous)
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport (most roles)

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about supporting people, we’d love to hear from you!

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to undergo police vetting and other checks.