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Home Support Worker - Ashburton
Health NZ - Te Whatu Ora, Waitaha Canterbury View all jobs
Posted 4 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2453461
- 3 positions available (permanent, fixed-term and casual)
- Role requires a current and full driver’s license with reliable transport
- Shifts rostered across Monday to Sunday between 7:00am and 10:00pm
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
Home Support Services deliver personal and domestic services to people in the local community which enable people to remain living independently in their own homes.
We currently have three positions available. Please indicate in your personalised cover letter which role(s) you would like to be considered for:
Role 1: Fixed-term position due to parental leave available now until April 2027 (52 hours per fortnight)
Role 2: Casual position
Role 3: Permanent position (66 hours per fortnight)
This is a 7 day per week service and shifts are rostered across Monday to Sunday between the hours of 7:00am and 10:00pm. Flexibility across all shifts is required.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting clients with personal cares & household management
- Tailoring care to each client and their individual care plans
- Appropriately documenting any changes in a client’s condition or circumstances
About You
- Current full drivers’ licence – this is essential to complete the role
- Physically fit & with the ability to work under minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills
- Honest and trustworthy with the ability to build and nurture professional relationships
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Previous Home Support Worker experience is desirable however full training is provided
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Sunday 15th November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at