Seeking experienced Kaimahi Hauoras/Homecare Support Workers for our client in Ashburton!

About the Role

As a Support Worker/Kaimahi Hauora, you'll be at the forefront of providing essential support to our client with a spinal cord injury in their home and within the community.

We are looking to fill 6-to-9-hour shifts from Mondays to Thursdays between 9am and 6pm.

What You'll Do

• Assist with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. Assistance with medication, mobility assistance, and daily household duties.
• Build meaningful relationships with Clients/Kiritaki and their whanau/family.
• Work closely with our clinical staff and consultants to ensure high-quality care and effective support.
• Assist our client to access community resources and activities.

What We Offer

• We offer 24/7 Support
• You will be a part of a dedicated team that values Manaakitanga (respect), Mana Motuhake (empowerment), Whanaungatanga (connection), Tohungatanga (expertise), and Ōritetanga (equity).
• Engage in ongoing training and education to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Work in diverse settings and gain experience in various aspects of specialised homecare support.
• Staff benefits: Above pay scale rates, paid travel, in-store discounts, rewards programs, part-funded medical insurance and more!

What We're Looking For

Preferred:

• Previous experience in homecare support
• Strong communication abilities in English
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Respectful, adaptable, proactive, professional, active and trustworthy.
• Understanding of the unique challenges and needs associated with people living with a long term injury or disability

Essential:

• Working towards or already holding a NZQA Level 2 Health and Wellbeing Certificate
• License and Vetting: A full driver's license, a clean police vet result, and satisfactory references.
• The right to work in New Zealand: We are unfortunately not able to sponsor visas at this time.

Ready to make a difference? If you're committed to providing outstanding care and ready to embrace our values, apply now to join the Drake Medox team. Help us build a brighter, more supportive future for those who need it most!

Apply Today!