Job Description
Are you resilient, energetic and enthusiastic?
Do you have a genuine interest in supporting people living with health-related issues or a disability? If you do then read on!
About the Position | Te Mahi
We are looking for Community Support Workers to provide dedicated support to a Service User in Pongakawa who is following recovery from a stroke. The role involves working closely with the rehabilitation team and assisting the client to complete tasks as independently as possible, while actively participating with medical and rehab services to optimise recovery.
Support work is fun, people-facing, challenging, and very rewarding, and it is also a deeply empathetic journey. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to provide invaluable support, led by the people you will be supporting.
Responsibilities may Include:
Assisting with personal cares (showering, bathing)
Assisting with household management and meal preparation
Assisting with accessing the community
Supporting exercise programmes
Bowel, Bladder, and Catheter cares
Moving and handling hoists and manual transfers
Medication support
Employment Type: Part time
Days of work: As this is community-based work, 24/7 rotating rosters would be involved. We are looking for dedicated support workers who are comfortable covering the following shifts: 48 hours of weekend support (two 24-hour shifts) from Saturday 7am to Sunday 7am
About you | He momo
You are a calm but confident-natured individual who can demonstrate resilience and understand the challenges of our service users. There are many responsibilities associated with being a support worker which can be challenging and fulfilling. It is rewarding when you are part of the support that enables a person to live their best lives in the community.
The candidate would have (Candidate Pre-Requisites):
Ideally, prior personal care experience is preferred.
Familiarity with complex medical conditions, including stroke recovery, is advantageous
Access to a 2WD or 4WD vehicle and ability to drive independently (full NZ Driver's License required)
A Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification is beneficial and those looking to enter the healthcare sector will also be considered (comprehensive training can be provided)
Flexibility to work on a rotating roster
Legal right to work in New Zealand is a must.
Benefits | Ki te huanga
Pay Band: $24.73 - $30.78 per hour (This is based on the Pay Equity Settlement 2017 – hourly pay rates based on equivalency of Healthcare Qualifications assessed under Pay Equity).
Flexible hours
Travel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rules
Opportunities to gain your Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing with Careerforce NZ
Paid competency training
Free EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Services
Free Flu vaccinations
Refer a friend programme
The Organisation |Te Whakahaerenga
Healthvision is a family-owned provider of homecare, community nursing, and rehabilitation services across Aotearoa. Guided by our family values, we are passionate about supporting people who need care to live life the way they want.
We work closely with individuals, their families, and whānau to understand their holistic needs and provide comprehensive, wraparound in-home health services that promote independence and wellbeing. At Healthvision, our approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, innovation, and dedication — values that shape everything we do.
Hiahia | Interested?
Contact us even if you do not have a qualification as we are looking for people who are willing to learn, who will be reliable and passionate about community support work. If you can demonstrate how you will travel between people we support, we are happy to talk about the opportunities, we may have for you.
Do you have a genuine interest in supporting people living with health-related issues or a disability? If you do then read on!
About the Position | Te Mahi
We are looking for Community Support Workers to provide dedicated support to a Service User in Pongakawa who is following recovery from a stroke. The role involves working closely with the rehabilitation team and assisting the client to complete tasks as independently as possible, while actively participating with medical and rehab services to optimise recovery.
Support work is fun, people-facing, challenging, and very rewarding, and it is also a deeply empathetic journey. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to provide invaluable support, led by the people you will be supporting.
Responsibilities may Include:
Assisting with personal cares (showering, bathing)
Assisting with household management and meal preparation
Assisting with accessing the community
Supporting exercise programmes
Bowel, Bladder, and Catheter cares
Moving and handling hoists and manual transfers
Medication support
Employment Type: Part time
Days of work: As this is community-based work, 24/7 rotating rosters would be involved. We are looking for dedicated support workers who are comfortable covering the following shifts: 48 hours of weekend support (two 24-hour shifts) from Saturday 7am to Sunday 7am
About you | He momo
You are a calm but confident-natured individual who can demonstrate resilience and understand the challenges of our service users. There are many responsibilities associated with being a support worker which can be challenging and fulfilling. It is rewarding when you are part of the support that enables a person to live their best lives in the community.
The candidate would have (Candidate Pre-Requisites):
Ideally, prior personal care experience is preferred.
Familiarity with complex medical conditions, including stroke recovery, is advantageous
Access to a 2WD or 4WD vehicle and ability to drive independently (full NZ Driver's License required)
A Level 3 or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification is beneficial and those looking to enter the healthcare sector will also be considered (comprehensive training can be provided)
Flexibility to work on a rotating roster
Legal right to work in New Zealand is a must.
Benefits | Ki te huanga
Pay Band: $24.73 - $30.78 per hour (This is based on the Pay Equity Settlement 2017 – hourly pay rates based on equivalency of Healthcare Qualifications assessed under Pay Equity).
Flexible hours
Travel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rules
Opportunities to gain your Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications in Health and Wellbeing with Careerforce NZ
Paid competency training
Free EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Services
Free Flu vaccinations
Refer a friend programme
The Organisation |Te Whakahaerenga
Healthvision is a family-owned provider of homecare, community nursing, and rehabilitation services across Aotearoa. Guided by our family values, we are passionate about supporting people who need care to live life the way they want.
We work closely with individuals, their families, and whānau to understand their holistic needs and provide comprehensive, wraparound in-home health services that promote independence and wellbeing. At Healthvision, our approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, innovation, and dedication — values that shape everything we do.
Hiahia | Interested?
Contact us even if you do not have a qualification as we are looking for people who are willing to learn, who will be reliable and passionate about community support work. If you can demonstrate how you will travel between people we support, we are happy to talk about the opportunities, we may have for you.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Community Support Worker - Pongakawa position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Tauranga 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 Legal Jobs is a plus.
