Support Worker - East 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 & We

Job summary

HealthCare NZ in Auckland is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to help clients achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support. You will assist with meal preparation, community outings, medication support, and personal care in a home and community setting.

The role offers competitive pay, guaranteed hours, travel allowances, and free training toward NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualifications.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and genuine desire to help others.
• Healthcare or caregiving experience preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and flexibility to work alternate weekends.
• NZ healthcare qualifications advantageous.
• 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.

Skills

Empathetic

Passionate

Motivated

Education

Healthcare qualifications (advantageous)

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 Auckland.

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)

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.

Reference # 41384

Location(s) 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