Community Support Worker

Community Support Workers Join Our Lifewise Team

About Us Mō mātou
Lifewise is a not for profit organisation supporting older people and those with disabilities to live well in their own homes. Guided by values of compassion courage respect and integrity we work alongside people and their whānau to help them live their best lives.

The Role Mō te tūranga
We are looking for caring and reliableCommunity Support Workersto join our Health & Disability team in the Te Whatu Ora Auckland area. Youll support clients in their own homes with daily living tasks personal care and companionship helping them stay safe and independent.

What youll do Ngā mahi

• Visit clients in their homes and carry out support tasks (personal care housework shopping etc.)
• Build positive relationships with clients and their families
• Maintain safety and use equipment correctly (PPE hoists etc.)
• Communicate effectively with the team reporting feedback risks or concerns
• Take part in ongoing training and development

What were looking for Pūkenga me wheako

• Compassion reliability and honesty with pride in your work
• Good communication skills (spoken and written English)
• Ability to work independently
• Full NZ drivers licence and reliable vehicle
• Legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ Citizen & Permanent Only)
• Availability for weekday and weekend shifts (see below)

Experience or qualifications in Health & Wellbeing are a bonus but not essential full training provided.

Work Hours Available Ngā hāora mahi

Permanent Full-Time Roles:

• Saturday & Sunday shifts: 7am 1pm and 4pm - 8pm
• Monday - Friday shifts: 4pm - 8pm

What we offer Ngā painga

• Pay rate from$24.24$29.83 per hour(depending on experience/qualifications)
• Mileage allowance
• Supportive values-based work environment
• Ongoing training and career development

If you are trustworthy caring and want to make a real difference in peoples lives wed love to hear from you.

How to apply
We are recruiting forseveral positions. Please apply with yourCV and cover letter.

In your cover letter please state what shifts you would prefer to work.

Required Experience:

Manager