Complex Care Worker- Hawera / New Plymouth / Whanganui

Are you resilient, energetic and conscientious?

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced support workers who are comfortable working with Service Users who may require complex cares, or may be living with behaviours that challenge.

We will also welcome applications from support workers with a mental health background.About the PositionSupport work is fun, people-facing, challenging, and very rewarding, and it is also a deeply empathetic journey.

It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to provide invaluable support, led by the people you will be supporting.Job Location – Hawera, New Plymouth and WhanganuiResponsibilitiesWorking closely with our Service Users to provide support as they go about their daily tasksAssisting with complex personal caresAssisting with household management and meal preparationSupporting exercise programmesAssisting with accessing the communityBowel, Bladder, and Catheter caresMoving and handling hoists and manual transfersMedication supportSupport the Service Users in achieving positive goals in their lives and contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the servicesMaintaining the Service User's safety and well-beingAbout youYou are a calm but confident natured individual who can demonstrate resilience and understand the challenges of our service users.

There are many responsibilities associated with being a support worker which can be challenging and fulfilling.

It is rewarding when you are part of the support that enables a person to live their best lives in the community.Candidate Pre-RequisitesA supportive mindset to help our Service Users achieve their goals for independent living in the communityIdeally prior personal care experience is preferredFamiliarity with complex medical conditions, like spinal injuries, traumatic brain injuryA Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification is beneficial and those looking to enter the healthcare sector will also be considered (comprehensive training can be provided)Access to your own car and ability to drive Independently (a Full New Zealand Driver's License is a must)Flexibility to work on a rotating rosterLegal right to work in New Zealand is a mustEmployment Type and BenefitsEmployment Type : Permanent Part-Time.

We offer a range of employment opportunities including casual, part-time, and full-time positions, which will be discussed further during the recruitment process.Benefits include : Pay Band : $24.13 - $30.78 per hour (This is based on the Pay Equity Settlement 2017 – hourly pay rates based on equivalency of Healthcare Qualifications assessed under Pay Equity)Flexible hoursTravel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rulesOpportunities to gain your Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing with Careerforce NZPaid competency trainingsFree EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) ServicesFree Flu vaccinationsRefer a friend programmeThe OrganisationHealthvision is a family-owned provider of homecare, community nursing, and rehabilitation services across Aotearoa.

Guided by our family values, we are passionate about supporting people who need care to live life the way they want.How to ApplyContact us even if you do not have a qualification as we are looking for people who are willing to learn, who will be reliable and passionate about community support work.

If you can demonstrate how you will travel between people we support, we are happy to talk about the opportunities, we may have for you.

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