Support Worker

HealthCare NZ is a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health, and disability support. Our aim is to support people to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible, and to maintain their independence regardless of age, injury, illness, or disability.

We are currently looking for empathetic and passionate Support Workers to work within our specialist team.

Our teams are our greatest asset, and we are committed to employing and training the best people. We are looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own homes.

We are looking for Support Workers to work in the Mount Maunganui area.

What does a Specialist Support Worker do?

You will help our clients to achieve their goals and reach their potential through both practical and emotional support.

Responsibilities can vary, and you will follow a care plan which may include some or all of the following:

• Meal preparation
• Community outings and integration
• Giving medication
• Personal cares (showering, toileting etc)
• Bowel management stage 3, manual handling, and hoist transfers
• Home management

What do you get?

• Earn competitive pay rates between $23.97 and $29.68 per hour
• Variety of shifts
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
• Work phone, along with other benefits such as discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Job security with guaranteed hours and travel allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

What are we looking for?

• A great attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• Previous healthcare or care-giving experience is desirable, although not essential
• Excellent communication skills and flexibility to work alternate weekends
• Healthcare qualifications are advantageous
• Most positions require a full New Zealand driver's licence and your own reliable transport

If you are passionate about supporting people, then maybe there is a role for you here. Send your request to HealthCare NZ.

Mena he tangata ngakau nui ana koe ki te tautoko i nga momo tangata, tena pea, kei konei he turanga mou. Tukua mai to tono ki HealthCare NZ!

You must possess the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to undergo police vetting and additional checks in order to be considered for this position.

To read a copy of our job description and apply, visit our website by pressing the 'apply now' button.

Applications close on Sunday, 16 November 2025.