Support Worker

Presbyterian Support Northern; Tauranga; Híbrido; NZD 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Presbyterian Support Northern in Tauranga is seeking an Enliven Support Worker to visit clients at home and provide a range of care and support services, including personal care, meal preparation, and assistance with activities in the community.

You will work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and follow individual care plans to ensure safety, dignity and independence for elderly and disabled clients. A NZ driver’s license is required.

Formación

• Must be a New Zealand resident or hold an eligible work visa.
• Full NZ driver’s license and a reliable vehicle to travel to clients.
• Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Clear English language skills.
• Strong customer service and empathy.
• Ability to adhere to professional standards, policies and practices.
• Compassion for the elderly, disabled and those in recovery.

Responsabilidades

• Visit clients in their homes to provide personal care and support.
• Assist with showering, dressing, meal preparation, and home help.
• Administer medications per care plan and keep records updated.
• Support clients with community activities and social engagement.
• Follow care plans and maintain high-quality care standards.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Professional standards

Descripción del empleo

Ko mātou tēnei I This is Us

We believe that everyone should be able to actively contribute to their community and thrive. We are a not-for-profit organisation, stretching from Taupo to Whangarei, that provides access to critical health and social services. We are renowned for our core services Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline and Shine.

Everything we do is informed by our purpose to enable our clients to have a better life; and our values of Hope, Trust & Integrity, Compassion, Partnership, Tangata Whenua.

Our Enliven team believe thateveryone can and should have access to and receivesupport toenjoy a life of independence while participating actively in their community.

Te Kowhiringa I The Opportunity

As an EnlivenSupport Worker, you will visit clients (elderly, disabled, individuals in recovery)in their homes to help them with a range ofpersonal cares (showering, dressing), issuing medication,meal preparation, home help, and assistance withcommunity activities. The care and support required will depend on the specific needs of the client. You will keep up to date with and deliver support in line with the agreed care plan.

Various hours are available across the week and weekends.

Aha Koe? About You:

The Support Worker role may sound appealing to you, because you are naturally caring and empathetic, then we would love to hear from you!

Requirements are below:

• A New Zealand resident, citizen or have an eligible workvisa
• A full New Zealand driver's licence and a reliable vehicle that you are prepared to drive to and between clients (We can not accept International drivers licences)
• Can accommodate flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Clear English language skills - able to read English instructions and plans and speak clearly in English to clients and colleagues
• Strong customer service skills - are good at interacting with a wide range of people and enjoy helping people
• High-quality standards and ability to adhere to professional standards, policiesand practices
• Compassion for the elderly, disabled and those in recovery
• Confident to visit a range of clients in their homes and provide them with a range of care and support

We are diverse and inclusive!

We are committed to creating a diverse work place where you can look forward to feeling included and valued for your contribution. Examples of our commitment, include that we are a dementia friendly organisation, a DVFREE Tick Accredited employer, a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion; and a member of the Pride Pledge.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi nei I Highlights of Working with Us

We have lots of opportunities for you to learn and grow - in addition, you will:

• Have access to ongoing training programmes and e-learning packages
• Ongoing support through our Employee Assistance programmes
• Provided with wellbeing support and resources for you and your family
• Have access to discounted Southern Cross medical insurance
• Future growth opportunities, including Support Worker Mentor roles
• Receive mileage allowance for travel between client locations

*Conditions apply depending on work permit / visa type

Check out our Careers page to learn more about us and working here, including other exciting opportunities with us

E hika ma, Tono a mai!

(What are you waiting for!)… Together, we can create meaningful change and enhance lives in our community. Join us on this rewarding journey.