Support Worker | Invercargill

We’re committed to providing exceptional support services and looking for an experienced, flexible and outgoing Support Workers to join our team for a casual role and work with our clients, based in Invercargill.

As a Support Worker, you will provide essential care and support to individuals with unique needs contributing to their overall wellbeing to lead fulfilling lives.

Key Requirements:

• Qualification in Healthcare, disability support or related field
• Competency in Hoist
• Competency in PEG Feed
• Competency in Trauma response
• Previous paediatric experience
• Own transport with a clean and valid Restricted/Full driver’s license
• Legitimate NZ work rights
• A clean Police check
• Quick learner and confident
• Professionally presentable and organized

Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily tasks such as personal care, bathing, PEG feeding
• Usage of hoist equipment correctly and efficiently
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care, developmental therapies and medication
• Mobility, positioning, grooming, and general home help

What we can offer you:

• Great hourly rates aligned with Pay Equity starting from $23.38 to $29.10
• Free ongoing NZQA equivalent qualifications in Health and Wellbeing.
• Free Umbrella services anytime you might need counselling support an advice
• Free work mobile phone
• Travel reimbursement between your clients
• Subsidised Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Training will be provided

Why choose Geneva Healthcare?

Since 1996, we’ve been supporting New Zealanders to live their best life and thrive by keeping well, living independently and staying connected with their community.

We are part of the largest network of healthcare service providers working closely with the Ministry of Health, District Health Boards, Ministry of Social Development, and with ACC as a preferred national provider.

If you are passionate about supporting others,available to work from December to February and lives in Invercargill, then this is an opportunity for you. Please submit your application, including your updated CV and cover letter or call Mehrose Iqbal on 0800 266 577 ext. 89814 for a confidential chat.