Support Workers

Presbyterian Support Northern; Taupo Bay; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused not-for-profit organization in Northland seeks an Enliven Support Worker to assist elderly and disabled clients in their homes. Responsibilities include providing personal care, medication assistance, and supporting community activities. Ideal candidates will possess a genuine interest in health and wellbeing, relevant experience, and a full New Zealand driver's license. Join us in making a meaningful change in our community.

Benefits

Access to external counselling and support

Mileage allowance for travel

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• A New Zealand resident, citizen, or have an eligible work visa.
• Full New Zealand Driver’s license and your own transport.
• Ability to read English instructions and speak clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients in their homes to provide personal care and support.
• Assist with medication, wound dressing, and meal preparation.
• Deliver support according to the agreed care plan.

Skills

Genuine interest in Health & Wellbeing sector

Relevant experience in a similar role

Ability to build rapport and communicate well

Clear English language skills

Job description

Ko mātou tēnei I This is Us

We believe that everyone should be able to actively contribute to their community and thrive. We are a not-for-profit organisation, stretching from Taupo to Whangarei, that provides access to critical health and social services. We are renowned for our core services Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline and Shine.

Everything we do is informed by our purpose to enable our clients to have a better life; and our values of Hope, Trust & Integrity, Compassion, Partnership, Tangata Whenua.

Our Enliven team believe that everyone can and should have access to and receive support to enjoy a life of independence while participating actively in their community.

Te Kowhiringa I The Opportunity

As an Enliven Support Worker, there is numerous opportunities across our Relief and Support Worker teams. You will visit clients (elderly, disabled, individuals in recovery) in their homes to help them with a range of personal cares (showering, dressing), issuing medication, wound dressing, meal preparation, home help, and assistance with community activities. The care and support required will depend on the specific needs of the client. You will keep up to date with and deliver support in line with the agreed care plan.

Also the requirement to work across the weekends is a must.

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe I Your Skills and Experience

We'd love to hear from you if you have/are:

• A genuine interest in the Health & Wellbeing sector
• Relevant experience in a similar role
• A New Zealand resident, citizen or have an eligible work visa
• Full New Zealand Driver’s license and your own transport (note: we are unable to accept an International Driver Licence)
• Confident driving around the allocated region
• Ability to build rapport and communicate well with new people on a daily basis
• Clear English language skills - able to read English instructions and plans and speak clearly in English to clients and colleagues
  
  

We are diverse and inclusive!

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. You can look forward to being included and valued for your contribution. Examples of our commitment include that we are an accredited dementia-friendly organisation and domestic violence-free workplace. We are also proud members of Diversity Works and the Pride Pledge.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi nei I Highlights of Working with Us

We have lots of opportunities for you to learn and grow - in addition, you will:

• Have access to external/expert counselling and support through our Employee Assistance programmes
• Receive mileage allowance for travel between client locations
• Work in a supportive team environment
• Conditions apply depending on work permit / visa type
  
  

To check out our Careers page, please copy and paste https://careers.psn.org.nz/ into your browser to learn more about us and working here, including other exciting opportunities with us.

E hika ma, Tono a mai! (What are you waiting for!)… Together, we can create meaningful change and enhance lives in our community. Join us on this rewarding journey.