Complex Care Worker- Hawera/New Plymouth/Whanganui

About the Company Healthvision is a family-owned provider offering Specialist Homecare, Community Nursing, and Rehabilitation services across 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, working collaboratively with those we support. Making a positive difference in people's lives is at the heart of everything we do, and we are grounded in strong family values. About the Role We are looking for resilient, energetic, and conscientious individuals to join our team as experienced support workers. This role involves working closely with Service Users who may require complex care or may exhibit challenging behaviors. We also welcome applicants with a background in mental health. Support work is not just a job; it is a rewarding and empathetic journey that allows you to provide invaluable assistance to those you support. Job Location: Hawera, New Plymouth, and Whanganui Responsibilities may include: - Collaborating with Service Users to assist them in daily tasks - Providing support with complex personal care needs - Helping with household management and meal preparation - Supporting exercise programs - Facilitating community access - Assisting with bowel, bladder, and catheter care - Performing moving and handling tasks, including the use of hoists and manual transfers - Providing medication support - Supporting Service Users in achieving their personal goals and contributing to the effective operation of our services - Ensuring the safety and well-being of Service Users About You We are seeking a calm and confident individual who demonstrates resilience and understands 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 immensely rewarding to be part of a team that empowers individuals to live their best lives within the community. Candidate Pre-Requisites: - A supportive mindset focused on helping Service Users achieve their goals for independent living - Previous personal care experience is preferred - Familiarity with complex medical conditions, such as spinal injuries and traumatic brain injury - A Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification is beneficial, although those looking to enter the healthcare sector will also be considered, with comprehensive training provided - Access to your own vehicle and a valid New Zealand driver's license - Flexibility to work on a rotating roster - Legal right to work in New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time We offer a range of employment opportunities, including casual, part-time, and full-time positions, which we will discuss further during the recruitment process. Days of Work: As this is community-based work, you will be required to work on a rotating roster that includes AM, PM, and weekend shifts. Your preferred working hours can be discussed during the recruitment process, and the duration of hours may vary depending on the specific needs of the individuals we support. Benefits - Pay Band: $24.13 - $30.03 per hour, in accordance with the Pay Equity Settlement 2017 - Flexible working hours - Travel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rules - Opportunities to obtain Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing through Careerforce NZ - Paid competency training - Access to free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services - Free flu vaccinations - Refer-a-friend program Interested? If you are eager to learn and passionate about community support work, we encourage you to reach out to us, even if you do not yet have a qualification. We are looking for reliable individuals willing to make a difference. If you can demonstrate how you will travel between the people we support, we would be happy to discuss the opportunities available to you.