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Job description
Care on Call is passionate about supporting people in the community and we take pride in the personalised service we deliver to clients and the staff we work with.
We have a client who has experienced a stroke that is based in Porirua who requires support with daily life.
We are looking for a well-spoken, positive, and empathetic support worker who understands the complexities of challenging behaviours and can offer patient, respectful support—especially on days when the client is feeling unwell or emotionally overwhelmed.
We are seeking a fantastic support worker who:
• Strong understanding of and experience with challenging behaviours
• Familiarity with ceiling hoist use
• Enjoys working with indoor plants and supporting light indoor gardening activities
• Non-judgmental and tolerant of strong language
• Team-oriented with good communication and collaboration skills
• Available for morning and late afternoon shifts, with occasional sleepovers
• Comfortable with full personal care, including shower assistance
• Able to assist with meal preparation
• Willing to help with shopping, collecting medication from the pharmacy, and monitoring household consumables—reporting to the office when supplies are low
• Understanding of neurological disorders is beneficial
• Familiar with power chair use
• Strong comprehension of directions and ability to carry out tasks independently
Note:
Full training and a thorough introduction will be provided by the existing care team to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing support.
What we need from you:
We have a client who has experienced a stroke that is based in Porirua who requires support with daily life.
We are looking for a well-spoken, positive, and empathetic support worker who understands the complexities of challenging behaviours and can offer patient, respectful support—especially on days when the client is feeling unwell or emotionally overwhelmed.
We are seeking a fantastic support worker who:
• Strong understanding of and experience with challenging behaviours
• Familiarity with ceiling hoist use
• Enjoys working with indoor plants and supporting light indoor gardening activities
• Non-judgmental and tolerant of strong language
• Team-oriented with good communication and collaboration skills
• Available for morning and late afternoon shifts, with occasional sleepovers
• Comfortable with full personal care, including shower assistance
• Able to assist with meal preparation
• Willing to help with shopping, collecting medication from the pharmacy, and monitoring household consumables—reporting to the office when supplies are low
• Understanding of neurological disorders is beneficial
• Familiar with power chair use
• Strong comprehension of directions and ability to carry out tasks independently
Note:
Full training and a thorough introduction will be provided by the existing care team to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing support.
What we need from you:
- Have consistent and long-term availability (we like to ensure continuity with our clients)
- Minimum of Level 2 Health and Wellbeing certificate completed (or equivalent)
- A current, clean full driver’s licence
- The legal right to work in NZ
- Previous experience as a caregiver/support worker with similar clients
- To be reliable, punctual, honest and caring
- 24/7 support and a local office and manager
- Access to some of the latest technology and resources available within the healthcare sector
- Great hourly rates in line with the pay equity settlement
- Annual leave, sick leave, and Kiwisaver contributions on top of your hourly rate
- Access to a range of training resources and support to achieve NZQA-recognised qualifications
- Comprehensive induction and personalised client training.
- Free yearly flu vaccinations
- Access to a free mobile smartphone (if required). Some conditions do apply
- A company that values and supports you. We aim to get to know each staff member personally so you will never be just a number with us.
Required skills
meal preparation
support worker
driver's licence
team-oriented
indoor plants
challenging behaviors
shopping
ceiling hoist use
light indoor gardening activities
non-judgmental
morning and late afternoon shifts
full personal care
neurological disorders
power chair use
directions
level 2 health and wellbeing certificate
previous experience as a caregiver/support worker
tolerant of strong language
communication and collaboration skills
occasional sleepovers
collecting medication
monitoring household consumables
independent tasks
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Company information
- Company
- Medcall
- Location
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New Zealand, North Island, Greater Wellington, Wellington
New Zealand - Posted
- 9 months ago
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