Support worker- Dunedin

Geneva Health; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Travel allowance

Free training toward NZQA

Work phone

Discounted health insurance

Employee assistance programme

Discounted Samsung products

Job summary

Geneva Healthcare in Dunedin is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist clients at home and in the community. You will provide practical and emotional support to help people live independently and achieve their goals.

Key duties include meal prep, outings, medication support, personal care, and assisting with mobility. A positive attitude, good communication, and a current NZ driver's licence are important.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Great commu nication

Positive attitude

Weekend flexibility

Caregiving experience

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Geneva Healthcareis a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health, and disability support services.

We’re on the lookout forempathetic, passionate, and motivated Support Workerto join our team inDunedin area.

What You’ll Get:

• Guaranteed hoursand travel allowance


• Free trainingtowards NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications


• Work phoneand benefits like discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance


• Employee Assistance Programmefor health and wellbeing support


• Access to Samsung products at discounted price

What You’ll Do:

As aSupport 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.)


• 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?

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