Support Worker - Auckland

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours and travel allowance

Free training towards NZQA Health &amp

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Auckland is seeking a supportive and dedicated Support Worker to assist clients in achieving their health and wellbeing goals through practical and emotional support at home and in the community.

You will perform tasks such as meal preparation, community outings, medication support, personal care, and manual handling, with a focus on safety and dignity. Flexible weekends and a valid NZ driver’s license are important.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and motivated to help others.
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred.
• Full NZ driver's licence and reliable transport.
• Flexible to work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathetic

Passionate

Motivated

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 inAuckland .

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay : $23.97 – $29.68 per 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)

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

Reference # 41368

Location(s) Auckland CBD office, Auckland branch area

Expertise Children & Youth Care, Disability Support, Home & Community Support, Rehabilitation, Support Worker, Respite Care

Job level(s) 1 - 3 years of experience, 3 - 5 years of experience, 5 - 7 years of experience