Support Worker - Kaiapoi

We are seeking skilled and compassionate Support Workers, while continuing to support equitable entry and workforce development. 27th July, 2026 Looking for a role that works around your life? Whetheryou’rebalancing study, family, or other commitments, we may be able to accommodate your availability based on the care needs in our community. Each Tangata will have high risk individual care requirements, and you will support them with all elements of daily living such as Palliative cares, Bowel cares, Dementia, Mental health, Medication. You will provide safe, respectful, andperson‑centredsupport in people’s homes, being mindful of what matters to them, including their culture, values, beliefs, routines, and boundaries. Whakangungu| Training. We provide practical and online training during the first few weeks of employment. With theadded bonusof year-round training with regular refreshers and new modules to keep skills up to date. You’llbe supported through structured induction, ongoing training, refreshers, and clear development pathways. MōhouAke | About You. The following skills and experience may be required depending on the specific client needs you are matched to. Hold a Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification or have equivalent, relevant experience Spinal injury experience Experienced in the use of a full, standing and two-person hoist Experience administering prescribed medication Love working with people and helping them thrive Be willing to learn, reflect, and adapt your approach to what matters for each person Have experience in or exposure to caregiving, disability support, aged care, community work, or otherpeople‑facingroles Committed to culturally safe, respectful support for people from all backgrounds Intuitive and responsive to people’s needs Own a smartphone Have the right to work in New Zealand Full/restricted driver’s license A clear career pathway forKaiāwhina| Support Workers Exclusive Spark Mobile Plan: Endless data (40GB at max speed), unlimited NZ/AU calls & texts, hotspot access, voicemail for just $24.15/month 27th July, 2026 Whetheryou’rebalancing study, family, or other commitments, we may be able to accommodate your availability based on the care needs in our community. Each Tangata will have high risk individual care requirements, and you will support them with all elements of daily living such as Palliative cares, Bowel cares, Dementia, Mental health, Medication. You will provide safe, respectful, andperson‑centredsupport in people’s homes, being mindful of what matters to them, including their culture, values, beliefs, routines, and boundaries. Whakangungu| Training. We provide practical and online training during the first few weeks of employment. With theadded bonusof year-round training with regular refreshers and new modules to keep skills up to date. You’llbe supported through structured induction, ongoing training, refreshers, and clear development pathways. MōhouAke | About You. The following skills and experience may be required depending on the specific client needs you are matched to. Hold a Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification or have equivalent, relevant experience Spinal injury experience Stoma Management experience Experienced in the use of a full, standing and two-person hoist Experience administering prescribed medicationLove working with people and helping them thrive Be willing to learn, reflect, and adapt your approach to what matters for each person Have experience in or exposure to caregiving, disability support, aged care, community work, or otherpeople‑facingroles Committed to culturally safe, respectful support for people from all backgrounds Intuitive and responsive to people’s needs Own a smartphone Have the right to work in New Zealand Full/restricted driver’s license He aha aimātou? | Why Us Flexible hours – mornings, evenings, weekends Extra $1.00 per hour for weekend work! A clear career pathway forKaiāwhina| Support Workers Exclusive Spark Mobile Plan: Endless data (40GB at max speed), unlimited NZ/AU calls & texts, hotspot access, voicemail for just $24.15/month Some client needs require Support Workers who hold a Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification to ensure safe andappropriate care. We supportequitablerecruitment by recognising transferable experience and, whereappropriate, providing training pathways to build andmaintainLevel 3–4 capability. Support Workers are matched to client needs based on skills, experience, and qualifications. Access Community Health | Uru Ātea’s mission is to create a better day, every day for thousands of people throughout Aotearoa, helping them live independently in their own homes and communities. Uru Ātea means “to enter space”—our promise to deliver services wherever our clients need us. #J-18808-Ljbffr