Support Worker

Description

Summary: Seeking compassionate Support Workers to provide rewarding complex care in a home-based environment, focusing on fostering independence and choice. Highlights: 1. Rewarding role making a difference in someone's life 2. Support people living with serious injuries 3. Join a team that values your skills and dedication * Working with our clients throughout Christchurch * Paid mileage for travel to and from shifts * $26.16 - $28.25 Per Hour + Travel Time + Travel KM's + ongoing training About you Are you a compassionate person willing to make a difference in someone's life? We are looking for Support Workers to work in a rewarding role in Complex care. We are seeking a reliable open-minded individual to support our clients with complex care needs in a home-based environment in CHRISTCHURCH. This role involves working variable shifts, predominantly evenings and weekends with the occasional overnight. This role involves providing clinical support and daily routine assistance, including: * Personal care (washing/bathing/showering/shaving/grooming/cleaning teeth) * Toileting and all aspects of personal hygiene * Hoisting, transfers, and turning * Confidence in meal preparation * Assisting with exercise and stretches * Driving client to appointments and outings * Be part of the home including household tasks and general companionship. You will have * Previous experience in healthcare, with at least minimum of 3-6 months of professional healthcare experience doing complex cares or Level 3 or Level 4 NZQA or willingness to work towards * Willing to work providing complex cares * Preference with experience in bowel and catheter care * Must have experience with hoist use and patient transfers * Must hold a Full NZ Driver's License and have reliable transport * Flexibility to work in and travel around Christchurch area * Confident with driving a mobility van * ABLE to do evening, night and weekend shifts * Ability to do stretches and/or exercise * A caring and patient personality with strong and excellent communication skills * You are caring and sensitive to the needs of others * You are culturally aware * You are an active team player but also able to work independently About us At LifePlus, our key focus is to foster independence and support choice for people living with serious injuries through a person-centred, strength based approach. We have some amazing people who require caring and experienced caregivers. We would love to hear from caregivers interested in delivering a holistic care package designed to support maximum independence. We offer: * Competitive Pay rates. Up to $28.25 per hour (based on experience and qualifications) * Paid mileage for travel to and from shifts * Stable, ongoing shifts on a casual basis * Specific client training * 24/7 support from a passionate Healthcare team How to apply? Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ work visa. Take the next step in your care career now! Join a team that values your skills and dedication! Apply now with your CV or contact Lynda Francis for more details: email Lynda.francis@lifeplus.co.nz If this interests you, we would like to hear from you!