Support worker- Lower Hutt

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

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Travel allowance

NZQA training

Work phone

Insurance discount

Employee assistance

Samsung discounts

Job summary

Geneva Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join our in-home and community-based services in Lower Hutt, NZ. You’ll assist clients with daily living, outings, meal prep, and personal care, promoting independence and wellbeing.

Ideal candidates bring a positive attitude, good communication skills, and flexibility including alternate weekends. A NZ driver's licence is preferred. Training and supervision are provided.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and genuine desire to help others.
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to work alternate weekends.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation.
• Community outings and integration.
• Medication support.
• Personal care (bathing, dressing, daily living activities).
• Mobility support and transfers.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Flexibility

Caregiving experience

Education

Healthcare qualifications

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 inLower Hutt 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)

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