Healthcare And Medical, New Zealand

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Geneva Healthcare

Support Worker

  • Posted 6d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Auckland


Job Description

Do you enjoy supporting others to lead fulfilling and independent lives? Are you wanting a job close to home? Apply now!

Geneva Healthcare is currently looking for Support Workers who are energetic, willing to learn, and have a caring, fun, and compassionate nature, to assist a Medically Fragile Child client with complex cares based in Forest Hill. This is more than just a job; you will be providing invaluable support.

As a Support Worker you will have the following responsibilities:

  • Personal cares & Home help
  • Medication administration
  • Training at Starship Hospital 3 days 3-hour sessions.
  • Tracheostomy & Ventilator (Continuous monitoring is necessary to guarantee the artificial airway remains open and secure, and the ventilation equipment is connected and operating properly).


Requirements:

  • Be a good communicator, patient, and calm – someone who is genuinely interested in people and can build meaningful relationships
  • Must have a clean and valid Restricted/Full driver’s license & own transport
  • Must be eligible to work in NZ
  • Subject to clean police clearance check


Immediate Shifts to start with:

Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday 10pm-6am WAKEOVER shifts.
*Candidate must be flexible to starting slightly earlier or later/longer hours

Why choose Geneva Healthcare?

Geneva Healthcare is a healthcare organisation that works closely with ACC, the Ministry of Health and DHBs to provide personalised care to clients in their own homes and to assist them in achieving the best quality of life.

  • FREE mobile phone.
  • We provide support services through Umbrella.
  • Ongoing support provided by a dedicated career coach for your career growth.
  • Travel reimbursement between your clients.
  • $2 per hour weekend allowance.


Apply NOW if you want to make a difference in people’s lives today!

Submit your CV online by clicking the apply button or call Jag on 0800 266 577 ext. 89822 for further information.

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.


Hard Skills Required

  • Personal Care Skills
  • Emergency Management
  • Basic Healthcare Knowledge

Soft Skills Required

  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Communication Skills
  • Reliability and Commitment

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work

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