Talent.com
This job offer is not available in your country.
Advanced Support Workers x 2

Advanced Support Workers x 2

Access Community HealthChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
21 hours ago
Job description

Access CommunityHealth lUru Ātea stands as a leading provider of home-based healthcare and disability support in New Zealand. We are a 4,000 person-strong team in an organisation which has been at the forefront of community health since the 1920s. Our nurses and Kaiāwhina | Support Workers provide services to more than 40,000 people. And we listen to each one of them, because we genuinely care. 'A better day, every day'

As an Advanced Support Worker at Access Community Health / Uru Ātea, you\'ll play a vital role in evaluating, training, and supporting our general support workforce. This position blends community-based and office-based responsibilities, giving you the opportunity to lead, mentor, and enhance the quality of care for our clients. Shift patterns include flexible split-shifts, alternate weekend work and overnights.

Ngā mahi | What you\'ll be doing

Community-Based Assessments

  • Evaluate support workers\' care practices (e.g., handwashing, moving and handling).
  • Provide in-field guidance to improve skills and ensure compliance with policies.
  • Organise and lead workshops to enhance worker competencies.
  • Collaborate with care coordination and clinical teams.

Advanced Client Care

  • Deliver complex care and specialised tasks (training provided).
  • Team Development

  • Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to less experienced workers.
  • Positive, can-do attitude—experience in behaviour management is a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (training provided).
  • Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., Palliative Care, Home-Based Nursing, Support Worker Coordination).
  • Must have a full or restricted New Zealand driver\'s licence.
  • Level 4 Health and Wellbeing Certificate (or equivalent), or Level 3 with a plan to complete Level 4.
  • Careerforce Assessor Qualification is a plus.
  • At least 12 months\' proven experience in a Support Worker role
  • A positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment where you will be encouraged to grow.
  • Access to learning and professional development opportunities.
  • A strong values-based culture—we care deeply about the work we do.
  • We embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, reflecting the many communities we serve.
  • A collaborative workplace where we help each other build skills and do the right thing.
  • Phone, laptop, professional memberships, and other unique perks offered.
  • Access Community Health l Uru Àtea has a mission to create a better day, every day for thousands of people throughout Aotearoa to live independently in their own homes and communities. Access | Uru Ātea is more than just our name, Uru Ātea means "to enter space" and is our promise to deliver services in our client\'s space, wherever that may be.

    Reference # 7102

    Posted on 09 Oct 2025

    Closes on 09 Nov : 00

    Location(s) Christchurch

    Expertise Care Coordinator , National Communications Centre, Community Care , Support Worker Team Leader

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Support Worker • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Intensive Services Support Worker - Youth

    Intensive Services Support Worker - Youth

    Healthcare Of New ZealandChristchurch, New Zealand
    Intensive Services Support Worker - YouthAt NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand.Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to l...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago
    • Promoted
    Nurse Support Worker - Christchurch

    Nurse Support Worker - Christchurch

    Lowie RecruitmentChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Lowie Healthcare is looking for experienced Nursing Support Workers to join us in Aotearoa / New Zealand.Lowie Healthcare is looking for experienced Nursing Support Workers to join us in Aotearoa / New...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Disability Support Worker | Kaiawhina

    Disability Support Worker | Kaiawhina

    Te Roopu TaurimaRangiora, Canterbury, New Zealand
    As a Kaiawhina (Support Worker), you’ll be a hands-on role in supporting tāngata whaiora (people we support) to live with dignity, independence and connection. You’ll be based in one of our whare (h...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Support Worker

    Support Worker

    Laura Fergusson Brain Injury TrustChristchurch, New Zealand
    Pay rate of between $ • • • • • and $ • • • • • per hour depending on your qualifications and experience.Te mahi angitu - The opportunity. Based at their homes in a complex in Christchurch, you will help empo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Support Worker - Christchurch (Full Time)

    Support Worker - Christchurch (Full Time)

    Healthcare Of New ZealandChristchurch, New Zealand
    Support Worker - Christchurch (Full time).Support Worker - Christchurch (Full time).At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services refl...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Trades Assistant

    Trades Assistant

    AFFCORolleston, Canterbury, New Zealand
    South Pacific Meats provides the world with New Zealand’s finest premium beef and lamb products for all to experience and enjoy. We serve over 80 markets globally, supported by an operation which in...Show moreLast updated: 21 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Sen Support Worker

    Sen Support Worker

    Guardian Selection LimitedChristchurch, New Zealand
    Searching for a SEN Support Worker in Christchurch!.Salary : £ • • • • • - £ • • • • • per hour (depending on experience). Contract Type : Full-Time / Part-Time.Do you have the patience, empathy, and resilience t...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Whanau Support Worker - Christchurch

    Whanau Support Worker - Christchurch

    Healthcare Of New ZealandChristchurch, New Zealand
    At NZCL, we are dedicated to supporting people with disabilities in New Zealand.Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all New Zealanders deserve to live fully, have equal opportun...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    SEN Support Worker

    SEN Support Worker

    GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITEDChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Searching for a SEN Support Worker in Christchurch!.Contract Type : Full-Time / Part-Time.Do you have the patience, empathy, and resilience to make a real difference in the lives of young people with ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Support Worker - Christchurch / North Canterbury

    Support Worker - Christchurch / North Canterbury

    IHCRangiora, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Support Worker - Christchurch / North Canterbury.Opportunities available across Christchurch and Rangiora!.Full time, 65+ hours per fortnight - including AM, PM, sleepover and weekend shifts.As a S...Show moreLast updated: 21 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Team Leader - Intensive Support Services

    Team Leader - Intensive Support Services

    Healthcare Of New ZealandChristchurch, New Zealand
    OverviewAt NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand.Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportuniti...Show moreLast updated: 17 days ago
    • Promoted
    Environmental Advisor (Resource Management Advisor)

    Environmental Advisor (Resource Management Advisor)

    MainPower New Zealand LimitedRangiora, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Job Type : Permanent - Full Time.Location : Rangiora, North Canterbury.Job Category : Other,Power Generation & Distribution (Mining, Resources & Energy). The Resource Management Advisor supports the bu...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Advanced Support Workers X 2

    Advanced Support Workers X 2

    Access Community HealthChristchurch, New Zealand
    Access CommunityHealth lUru Atea stands as a leading provider of home-based healthcare and disability support in New Zealand. We are a 4,000 person-strong team in an organisation which has been at t...Show moreLast updated: 8 hours ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Virtual Nurse - Primary Care

    Virtual Nurse - Primary Care

    WeCare HealthRolleston, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Add expected salary to your profile for insights.Join Our Virtual Primary Care Team – Faringdon Based.WeCare Health is revolutionising primary healthcare in New Zealand by offering patient-centred,...Show moreLast updated: 21 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Youth Support Worker

    Youth Support Worker

    Odyssey House NzChristchurch, New Zealand
    We require staff 7 days per week, 24 hours per day, and include permanent, part time, full time and casual staff.If you are interested in working with our residents, please contact us with your CV ...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    After Care Kaimahi - Te Ara Tiaho Programme Rolleston Prison

    After Care Kaimahi - Te Ara Tiaho Programme Rolleston Prison

    Purapura WhetuChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Odyssey House Christchurch and Purapura Whetu work together providing holistic health and wellbeing programs within a multi-disciplinary team to support tangata whaiora affected by problematic alco...Show moreLast updated: 21 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Inwards Goods Supervisor - Fixed Term 21 Months

    Inwards Goods Supervisor - Fixed Term 21 Months

    Hellers NZ's ButcherKaiapoi, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Are you ready to step into a leadership role where your operational skills and eye for detail will make a real impact every day? We’re on the lookout for a. FREE secure, onsite carparking.This posit...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Support Worker

    Support Worker

    Access Community HealthChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
    Access CommunityHealth lUru Ātea stands as a leading provider of home-based healthcare and disability support in New Zealand. We are a 4,000 person-strong team in an organisation which has been at t...Show moreLast updated: 21 hours ago