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Community Support Worker - Invercargill, Southland

healthvision

Invercargill, 9810

$24.13 - $30.03

Category Social work Jobs

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 Mahi Support 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 preparation Assisting with accessing the community Bowel, Bladder, and Catheter cares Medication support Moving and handling hoists and manual transfers Programmes that restore Health and Wellbeing Job Location: Invercargill and Southland region Employment Type: Part-Time (Up to 29 Hours) or Casual (Cover Shifts) 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 momo You 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 essential A 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 roster Access 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 must Benefits | Ki te huanga Pay 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 hours Travel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rules Opportunities to gain your Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing with Careerforce NZ Paid competency trainings Free EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Services Free Flu vaccinations Refer a friend programme The Organisation |Te Whakahaerenga Healthvision 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 collaborativel.

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