Community Support Worker - South Canterbury

About the Company Healthvision is a family-owned provider of Specialist Homecare, Community Nursing, and Rehabilitation services throughout New Zealand. Our mission is to enable individuals and their families to live their best lives within their communities. We pride ourselves on being compassionate, innovative, and dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of those we support. Our organization is grounded in family values, and we are committed to collaborating with the communities we serve. About the Role We are searching for resilient, energetic, and conscientious individuals to join our team as Support Workers. If you have an interest in assisting people with health-related issues or disabilities and are dedicated to building strong, trust-based relationships, we encourage you to apply. Support work is not just a job; it is a rewarding and empathetic journey that allows you to provide invaluable support to those in need. In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage in various responsibilities, including but not limited to: - Assisting with personal care tasks such as showering and bathing - Supporting household management and meal preparation - Facilitating exercise programs - Assisting individuals in accessing community resources - Providing bowel, bladder, and catheter care - Performing moving and handling tasks, including the use of hoists and manual transfers - Supporting medication management Job Location: South Canterbury (Timaru, Geraldine, Temuka, Fairlie, Oamaru) Employment Type: Part-Time (Up to 29 Hours) 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: This position involves community-based work with rotating rosters, including morning, evening, and weekend shifts. Your preferred hours can be discussed during the recruitment process. The duration of these hours may vary based on the specific needs of the individuals we support. Requirements We are looking for calm yet confident individuals who can demonstrate resilience and understand the challenges faced by our service users. The role of a support worker comes with various responsibilities that can be both challenging and fulfilling. It is especially rewarding to be part of a support system that empowers individuals to thrive within their communities. Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications: - Prior personal care experience is preferred, though not mandatory - A Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification is beneficial; however, applicants looking to enter the healthcare sector will also be considered, as comprehensive training can be provided - Access to a car and the ability to drive independently (a full New Zealand Driver's License is required) - Flexibility to work on a rotating roster - Legal right to work in New Zealand is essential Benefits We offer a competitive pay structure, with hourly rates ranging from $24.13 to $30.03, based on the Pay Equity Settlement 2017, assessed under equivalency of Healthcare Qualifications. Additional benefits include: - Flexible working hours - Travel allowance in accordance with In Between Travel (IBT) rules - Opportunities to gain Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing through Careerforce NZ - Paid competency training - Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services - Free flu vaccinations - A referral program for friends Hiahia | Interested? If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to reach out to us, even if you do not have a formal qualification. We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, reliable, and passionate about community support work. If you can demonstrate how you will travel between individuals we support, we would be happy to discuss the opportunities available to you.