Support Worker - Auckland East
About this job
We’re on the lookout for empathetic, passionate, and motivated Support Worker to join our Community team to cover Bucklands Beach and Eastern Beach. 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.) • Home management tasks 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 • Access to Samsung products at discounted price
Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to undergo police vetting and other checks. Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about supporting people, we’d love to hear from you! Call us on 0800 779 009 to register your interest.
Job Requirements
• Have an updated CV with at least 2 contactable referees • Comfortable with the 'Personal care' aspect of the role • Ability to pass a Ministry of justice check • Computer literacy and ability to use Apps • Ability to work competently with challenging behaviours • Well organised, with the ability to problem solve effectively and respond effectively under pressure • Ability to maintain confidentiality • Be able to work both independently and as part of a team • Hold a current NZ full driver licence and have access to their own vehicle, as driving may be required during work to assist with some tasks, as well as commuting to and from the workplace • The ability to undertake the physical requirements of the position • Level 2 in Health and Wellbeing preferred but not essential to apply • Applicants must live within at least 10-15km of Bucklands and Eastern Beach.
- Days of work
- Rostered shifts. Mon to Sat and Sun to Fri 8am to 12pm and 3pm to 6pm. Must be flexible with availability. (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $23.97–$29.68 p/hr depending on experience or qualifications
- Job Category
- Nursing Support and Personal Care Workers
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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To apply for this job please phone 0800 779 009 and quote Job ID 23114504
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