About the Company:

For over 50 years, Drake Medox has been the health and community care recruitment arm of Drake New Zealand, providing quality healthcare workers for individuals living with disabilities. We're a specialized provider of support for those with complex needs to live safely and independently within their home.

About the role:

The role involves supporting clients who have spinal cord and/or brain injuries. Depending on the client and the severity of their injury, you will be required to complete some or all these tasks:

• Personal cares - bowel cares and catheter management
• Complete stretches and transfers using hoists.
• Household chores, meal preparation and medication administration
• Transportation (using the client's vehicle)
• Assisting the client with accessing community facilities, going shopping, meeting friends, and attending medical appointments

About you:

• Right to work in New Zealand
• Full NZ driver's license (without restrictions)
• Own reliable transport
• Must be able to work 5-7 days per week
• Experience with bowel cares
• Willing to work on the weekend
• Willingness to study towards qualifications
• Be able to start ASAP

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Travel allowance provided (time and mileage)
• Robust on-boarding and client specific training
• On-going training and development and support to complete NZQA Health and Well-being qualifications
• 24/7 on call assistance
• Staff benefits and discounts

How to apply:

If you're interested in making a difference in our client's lives, please apply with your updated CV. To find out more about the role please call 0800 840 940 - option 1 and ask to speak to Grace

Right to Work:

The above position is only open to applicants who have the right to work in New Zealand. Applicants who do not have a current right to work in New Zealand will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.