Support Worker - Taranaki Region

Position Overview

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Support Workers to provide personalized care for clients in their own homes within the Taranaki region. This role is vital in supporting individuals to live independently, safely, and comfortably by attending to their unique care needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support clients with mobility and safe transfers, utilizing mobility aids as needed.
• Perform light household duties, assist with meal planning, preparation, and feeding.
• Offer companionship and emotional support through meaningful engagement and conversation.
• Accompany clients to appointments and social or community activities to encourage social involvement.
• Administer medications and undertake health-related tasks as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Monitor vital signs, aid with physical therapy exercises, and watch for any side effects.

Benefits

• Pathways for career advancement with support for obtaining Careerforce and NZQA qualifications.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support.
• Access to exclusive staff discounts and benefits through a dedicated staff application.
• Work within a supportive and friendly team environment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of six months experience as a Support Worker.
• Preferred experience working with clients who have brain and spinal injuries.
• Possession of Health and Wellbeing Level 3 or Level 4 qualifications is preferred.
• Certifications in Brain Injury Support, Pressure Injury care, and managing complex medical needs are advantageous.
• Strong empathy and genuine passion for assisting individuals requiring support.
• Ability to respond sensitively to the emotional and care needs of clients.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have legal eligibility to work in New Zealand.
• Hold a full or restricted driver’s license and have dependable transportation.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Compensation

• Level 0: $23.95 per hour (no equivalent health and wellbeing qualifications)
• Level 2: $24.78 per hour (holders of Level 2 qualification or equivalent)
• Level 3: $26.94 per hour (holders of Level 3 qualification or equivalent)
• Level 4: $29.10 per hour (holders of Level 4 qualification or equivalent)

Additional Information

Radius Care is a New Zealand owned organization specializing in elderly and disability care, employing over 1800 staff across 24 locations nationwide. We are committed to providing equal opportunities, fostering career development, and maintaining a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs, valuing the unique experiences each person brings.

Applicants will be supporting clients based in their homes within the Taranaki area. Work hours vary depending on the individual needs of clients.