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Community Support Worker - Tauranga

Bay of Plenty
Contract or Temp

Community Support Worker - Tauranga

Bay of Plenty Contract or Temp
Care on Call is passionate about supporting people in the community and we take pride in the personalised service we deliver to clients and the staff we work with.
  
We are seeking a well-spoken, positive, and empathetic individual who understands the complexities of challenging behaviours and can offer patient, thoughtful support—particularly on difficult days.

We are seeking a fantastic support worker who has:

• A strong understanding of supporting families with children with additional and complex needs
• Ability and is keen to provide both personal cares and home management tasks (housekeeping/meal preparation)
• Ability to work collaboratively within a care team and remain calm under pressure
• Good comprehension of directions and ability to follow tasks accurately
• Good understanding of professional boundaries, privacy and confidentiality
• Availability at least 3 days per week, including alternate weekends
• Availability during the following times:
    • 7:30am – 11:00am
    • 5:30pm – 9:30pm
What we need from you:
  • Have consistent and long-term availability (we like to ensure continuity with our clients)
  • A current, clean full driver’s licence
  • Minimum of Level 2 Health and Wellbeing (or equivalent)
  • The legal right to work in NZ 
  • Previous experience as a caregiver/support worker with similar clients
  • To be reliable, punctual, honest and caring
What we can offer you:
  • 24/7 support and a local office and manager
  • Access to some of the latest technology and resources available within the healthcare sector
  • Great hourly rates in line with the pay equity settlement
  • Annual leave, sick leave, and Kiwisaver contributions on top of your hourly rate
  • Access to a range of training resources and support to achieve NZQA-recognised qualifications
  • Comprehensive induction and personalised client training.
  • Free yearly flu vaccinations
  • A company that values and supports you. We aim to get to know each staff member personally so you will never be just a number with us.

Please note only support workers currently living in Tauranga with qualifications will be shortlisted.

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