Support Worker
About this job
As a Support Worker in Mangawhai, your role is to provide quality support to the diverse range of people supported by HealthCare New Zealand Services. Our Support Workers work alongside people using a strengths based approach focusing on what people can do and providing personal, social and household support so that they can achieve their personal goals, maximise their independence and lead the life they wish to live. The Support Worker works in community settings which may include people’s own homes, disability or mental health services or within more specialised residential services.
You will need to: -build relationships and networks -be customer focused -uphold quality and high standards -be health and safety conscious -have your own transport.
To also undertake any additional tasks as determined by management that are within the scope of the Support Worker role, taking into consideration the Support Worker’s qualifications, skills and experience.
Travel time is compensated as an allowance, and travel costs are reimbursed per kilometre.
Candidates must be willing to travel to Mangawhai, Warkworth, Wellsford, and Waipu, with occasional trips to Whangarei. If a candidate is available for additional hours, that would be beneficial.
Job Requirements
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 Excellent communication skills Healthcare qualifications are advantageous. Either a full or restricted NZ drivers licence and your own reliable transport. Must be able to pass police vetting and additional checks in order to be considered for this position.
- Days of work
- 15 hours guaranteed per fortnight. Mon-Fri 9am-11am (8 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- L0: $23.38 L2: $24.78 L3: $26.94 L4: $29.10
- Job Category
- Nursing Support and Personal Care Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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