Are you resilient, energetic, conscientious and have an interest in supporting people with health-related issues or a disability?If you are dedicated to building strong, trust-based relationships with people we support, and can reliably help enable them to live the best possible life then read on!About the Position | Te MahiSupport work is fun, people-facing, challenging, but very rewarding. Supporting people in the community is more than a job; it is an opportunity to provide person-led invaluable services that maximises independence and aspirations of the people we support.Responsibilities may Include:Assisting with personal cares (showering, bathing)Assisting with household management and meal preparationAssisting with accessing the communityBowel, Bladder, and Catheter caresMedication supportMoving and handling hoists and manual transfersProgrammes that restore Health and WellbeingJob Location: Invercargill and Southland regionEmployment Type: Part-Time (Up to 29 Hours) or Casual (Cover Shifts)We offer a range of employment opportunities including casual, part-time, and full-time positions, which will be discussed further during the recruitment process.Days of Work:As this is community-based work, rotating rosters would be involved including AM, PM, and weekend work. Your preferred hours of work can be discussed during the recruitment process. The duration of these hours may vary, ranging from shorter to longer periods, depending on the specific needs of the people we support.About you | He momoYou are a friendly, social, and compassionate person who loves engaging with others and building meaningful connections. There are many responsibilities associated with being a support worker which can be challenging and fulfilling. It is rewarding when you are part of the support that enables a person to live their best lives in the community.The candidate would have (Candidate Pre-Requisites):Ideally prior personal care experience is preferred, but it not essentialA Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification is beneficial and those looking to enter the healthcare sector will also be considered (comprehensive training can be provided)Flexibility and reliability to work on a rotating rosterAccess to a reliable car and ability to drive independently (a full New Zealand Driver's License is a must)Legal right to work in New Zealand is a mustBenefits | Ki te huangaPay Band: $24.13 - $30.03 per hour (This is based on the Pay Equity Settlement 2017 – hourly pay rates based on equivalency of Healthcare Qualifications assessed under Pay Equity).Flexible hoursTravel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rulesOpportunities to gain your Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing with Careerforce NZPaid competency trainingsFree EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) ServicesFree Flu vaccinationsRefer a friend programmeThe Organisation |Te WhakahaerengaHealthvision is a family-owned provider of Specialist Homecare, Community Nursing and Rehabilitation services throughout New Zealand. We are a compassionate, innovative, dedicated organisation and work collaboratively with the communities we support. Enabling people and whanau to live their best life in their community is a primary aim of what we do. Making a positive difference is key to our approach.We are a progressive organisation grounded in family values and we care!Hiahia | Interested?Contact us even if you do not have a qualification as we are looking for people who are willing to learn, who will be reliable and passionate about community support work. If you can demonstrate how you will travel between people we support, we are happy to talk about the opportunities, we may have for you.Click the link below to apply now!https://healthvisionteam.bamboohr.com/careers/317
