Support Worker - Cambridge | Christmas Casual

Healthcarenz Limited; Waikato; On-site; NZD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free NZQA health & wellbeing training

Work phone

Travel allowance

Discounted health insurance

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Cambridge is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist clients in achieving their goals and living independently. You will provide practical and emotional support, including meal prep, transport, and daily living tasks, while promoting wellbeing and safety.

The role requires a positive attitude, readiness for holiday-season coverage, and flexibility to work alternate weekends. Prior care experience is valued, with NZQA training opportunities available and access to health

Qualifications

• Show a positive attitude and genuine desire to help others.
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and flexibility to work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy and care

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Motivation to help others

Education

Healthcare qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Support Worker

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 Cambridge to cover the Christmas and New Year period.

Please note that availability during Holiday season is mandatory.

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
• Home management tasks

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.