Home Support Worker - Ashburton Hospital

• 3 x Positions available – Permanent part time and Casual
• Shifts rostered across Monday – Sunday, from 7:00am – 8:00pm
• Must hold a current, full driver licence with reliable transport (essential)

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

Our Home Support Service supports people in the local community with personal and domestic care, helping them to remain independent in the comfort of their own homes.

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.

We have 3 positions available; please indicate which role(s) you would like to be considered for in your personalised cover letter.

Role 1: Permanent, part time position of 0.5FTE (20 hours per week)

Role 2: Permanent, part time position of 0.65FTE (26 hours per week

Role 3: Casual position (no set hours, covering annual and sick leave)

About You

• Current full Driver 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 experience 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 Tuesday 3rd February. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz