Job Description
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Full Time
Application Closes 26 Mar 2026
Southland - Invercargill
Healthcare Support Worker
Mō te tūnga | About the role:
Are you passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in your community? We’re looking for caring, respectful, and compassionate individuals to join our team as Entry-Level Aged Care Workers, for a fixed term of 12 months.
If you value family, believe in treating people with dignity, and want a role where accountability and empathy matter, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. No prior experience? That’s okay, what matters most is your attitude and commitment to improving the lives of our elderly residents.
You will work under the guidance and supervision of our nursing team, following each residents individual care plan. You will provide essential support to our residents and their families,touching the lives of those who need it most, making a positive impact, a role where you will make a difference.
Ngā pūkenga | What you will need to be successful:
Show genuine compassion and respect when caring for elderly residents
Be reliable and accountable in providing safe, quality support every day
Compassion and passion for working with the elderly and deep-seated empathy and dedication to making a positive impact on their lives
The ability to clearly and compassionately communicate with both residents, their families and your colleagues
A positive, kind, and patient attitude
Ngā kawenga | Key Responsibilities:
assisting our residents with their personal needs (including eating meals, hydration, maintaining skin integrity and personal hygiene) with the utmost respect and willingness
encouraging our residents to interact and take part in our social activities, by promoting participation, enhancing their overall well-being and quality of life
accurately recording observations
maintaining an empathetic and kind approach towards residents and families, fostering a supportive environment that promotes trust and comfort
collaboration with colleagues by offering support and contributing to a team-oriented atmosphere, ensuring a caring, compassionate, and efficient work environment.
Mō mātou | About us:
We are proud to be the largest social service and aged care provider in Southland. Our vision is a community where all people can make the most of their strengths, feel included, valued and safe. Within our organisation, we have two service divisions – Family Works and Enliven, our strength lies in the passion and dedication of our team of over 400 employees.
Enliven is dedicated to the well-being of the elderly, where we provide retirement living, residential aged care and community support across our Southland care homes.
We have vacancies across our Enliven facilities, with roles based across Southland in Invercargill and Gore, join us and embrace the vibrant cultural diversity and storied heritage of our organisation, it’s the fusion of past and present that defines our uniqueness and shapes our tomorrow. At our core is our commitment to those in our care and in our teams, to cultivate a community where individuals are empowered to leverage their unique strengths, feeling included, truly valued and safe.
Why you'll love working here:
opportunities for personal and professional growth
a supportive environment for achieving work-life balance and competitive wages that recognise your talents and contributions
we are committed to excellence, innovation and shaping a workplace culture that values every individual
a supportive team that cares about you and your family
enjoy discounts and offers across a range of goods and services!
If caring for people and making a difference in your community is important to you, then don’t delay, apply today.
Please note to be considered for this role you will need to be in New Zealand and have a current work visa.
Pre-employment checks may include criminal history check, drug and ******* testing and a medical assessment. Interviews with suitably experienced candidates may be conducted prior to closing date.
Position-Description-Care-Worker
-all-levels-2023.pdf
Full Time
Application Closes 26 Mar 2026
Southland - Invercargill
Healthcare Support Worker
Mō te tūnga | About the role:
Are you passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in your community? We’re looking for caring, respectful, and compassionate individuals to join our team as Entry-Level Aged Care Workers, for a fixed term of 12 months.
If you value family, believe in treating people with dignity, and want a role where accountability and empathy matter, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. No prior experience? That’s okay, what matters most is your attitude and commitment to improving the lives of our elderly residents.
You will work under the guidance and supervision of our nursing team, following each residents individual care plan. You will provide essential support to our residents and their families,touching the lives of those who need it most, making a positive impact, a role where you will make a difference.
Ngā pūkenga | What you will need to be successful:
Show genuine compassion and respect when caring for elderly residents
Be reliable and accountable in providing safe, quality support every day
Compassion and passion for working with the elderly and deep-seated empathy and dedication to making a positive impact on their lives
The ability to clearly and compassionately communicate with both residents, their families and your colleagues
A positive, kind, and patient attitude
Ngā kawenga | Key Responsibilities:
assisting our residents with their personal needs (including eating meals, hydration, maintaining skin integrity and personal hygiene) with the utmost respect and willingness
encouraging our residents to interact and take part in our social activities, by promoting participation, enhancing their overall well-being and quality of life
accurately recording observations
maintaining an empathetic and kind approach towards residents and families, fostering a supportive environment that promotes trust and comfort
collaboration with colleagues by offering support and contributing to a team-oriented atmosphere, ensuring a caring, compassionate, and efficient work environment.
Mō mātou | About us:
We are proud to be the largest social service and aged care provider in Southland. Our vision is a community where all people can make the most of their strengths, feel included, valued and safe. Within our organisation, we have two service divisions – Family Works and Enliven, our strength lies in the passion and dedication of our team of over 400 employees.
Enliven is dedicated to the well-being of the elderly, where we provide retirement living, residential aged care and community support across our Southland care homes.
We have vacancies across our Enliven facilities, with roles based across Southland in Invercargill and Gore, join us and embrace the vibrant cultural diversity and storied heritage of our organisation, it’s the fusion of past and present that defines our uniqueness and shapes our tomorrow. At our core is our commitment to those in our care and in our teams, to cultivate a community where individuals are empowered to leverage their unique strengths, feeling included, truly valued and safe.
Why you'll love working here:
opportunities for personal and professional growth
a supportive environment for achieving work-life balance and competitive wages that recognise your talents and contributions
we are committed to excellence, innovation and shaping a workplace culture that values every individual
a supportive team that cares about you and your family
enjoy discounts and offers across a range of goods and services!
If caring for people and making a difference in your community is important to you, then don’t delay, apply today.
Please note to be considered for this role you will need to be in New Zealand and have a current work visa.
Pre-employment checks may include criminal history check, drug and ******* testing and a medical assessment. Interviews with suitably experienced candidates may be conducted prior to closing date.
Position-Description-Care-Worker
-all-levels-2023.pdf
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Care Worker position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Invercargill offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
