Support Worker -Palmerston North

HealthCare of New Zealand; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NZQA qualifications funded

Career development pathway

Job summary

HealthCare New Zealand – Palmerston North is recruiting empathetic and passionate Support Workers for a variety of services including Community & Rehabilitation, Disability and Social Services. Roles include both full-time and part-time permanent positions with flexible rosters to suit commitments.

You will assist clients to live as independently as possible, following care plans and providing practical and emotional support within homes and the community.

Qualifications

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do.
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience is desirable, although not essential
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous
• Most positions require a full NZ drivers' licence and your own reliable transport

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation for clients
• Community outings and integration
• Giving medication as needed
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Home management and daily living support

Skills

Attitude

Care experience

Driver's license

Own transport

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.

HealthCare of New Zealand – Palmerston North, North Island

HealthCare NZ is a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health and disability support. Our aim is to support people to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible and to maintain their independence regardless of age, injury, illness or disability.

Are you looking to make a real difference in your community?

We are currently looking for empathetic and passionate Support Workers across our different services including Community & Rehabilitation, Disability and Social Services. Whether you are looking for flexibility around other commitments or would prefer regular rostered shifts, we have a variety of permanent full-time and part-time options on offer.

What does a Support Worker do?

As part of a wider team, you will assist our clients to live as independently as possible, within their homes and community. You will help our clients to achieve their goals and reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support. Responsibilities can be varied and you will follow a care plan, which may include some or all of the below:

• Meal preparation
• Community outings and integration
• Giving medication
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Home management

What's in it for you?

We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation. We provide a career pathway for staff through the learning and development framework to achieve NZQA qualifications, which are fully funded. You will earn between $ 23.97 - 29.68 per hour, depending on experience and qualification.

This is an opportunity to join New Zealand's largest community healthcare provider with the potential to gain experience in a variety of disciplines including aged care, disability, mental health and rehabilitation. Whilst you will be part of a large national organisation, you will join a dedicated and close-knit team.

What are we looking for?

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience is desirable, although not essential
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous
• Most positions require a full NZ drivers' licence and your own reliable transport

At HealthCare New Zealand, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and reflects the communities we serve. Ifyou are passionate about what you do and are interested in exploring a rewarding career with us, then we would love to hear from you!

You must possess the right to work in New Zealand and a willingness to undergo police vetting and additional checks in order to be considered for this position.