Support Worker
| Company | Access Community Health |
| Location | Wellington, Wellington |
| Listed | Mon 15 Apr, 4:06 pm |
| Type | Full time, Permanent |
| Reference | WLGGEN |
At Access Community Health, we believe in fostering independence, promoting well-being, and enhancing the quality of life for our tangata. Our mission is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives while receiving top-notch care and support.
We are looking for Support Workers in Hutt Valley, Wellington and Kapiti areas to support our tangata to remain active, safe and independent in their own homes and communities.
What does a Support Worker do?
Our support workers are caring people with a commitment to providing the best possible support to our clients. Each client will have individual care requirements and you will support them with all elements of daily living such as personal care, food preparation, mobility or bowel/urinary continence care and ensure medication needs are met. You may also help our clients to participate in the community, undertake shopping for them or help them to take part in their hobbies.
The ideal candidate will:
• We are currently looking for a kind, compassionate and patient individual who is passionate about caring for
vulnerable individuals.
• Experience in caregiving is ideal, but not compulsory as training will be provided.
• Ability to think quickly on your feet.
• Someone who works well individually and in a team.
• Availability to travel across the Wellington region - in Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, all areas of Wellington, and Kapiti Coast
Requirements
• Full or Restricted NZ driver’s licence + Reliable transport
• Must be able to work alternate weekends
What the role offers:
Email your CV and cover letter to wellingtonrecruitment@access.org.nz
We will send you an employment application. Once your completed application is received, those that are shortlisted will be contacted.
We are looking for Support Workers in Hutt Valley, Wellington and Kapiti areas to support our tangata to remain active, safe and independent in their own homes and communities.
What does a Support Worker do?
Our support workers are caring people with a commitment to providing the best possible support to our clients. Each client will have individual care requirements and you will support them with all elements of daily living such as personal care, food preparation, mobility or bowel/urinary continence care and ensure medication needs are met. You may also help our clients to participate in the community, undertake shopping for them or help them to take part in their hobbies.
The ideal candidate will:
• We are currently looking for a kind, compassionate and patient individual who is passionate about caring for
vulnerable individuals.
• Experience in caregiving is ideal, but not compulsory as training will be provided.
• Ability to think quickly on your feet.
• Someone who works well individually and in a team.
• Availability to travel across the Wellington region - in Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, all areas of Wellington, and Kapiti Coast
Requirements
• Full or Restricted NZ driver’s licence + Reliable transport
• Must be able to work alternate weekends
- Flexible to travel within the Region (In-between travel will be paid).
- Eligible to work in New Zealand
What the role offers:
- Ongoing development and learning opportunities. We support you to achieve NZQA Health and Wellbeing qualifications.
Email your CV and cover letter to wellingtonrecruitment@access.org.nz
We will send you an employment application. Once your completed application is received, those that are shortlisted will be contacted.
