Job Description
π Join Our Mission: Kaimahi Hauora | Support Workers - Palmerston North Central π
Empower Lives. Make a Difference. Grow With Us.
Are you passionate about making a real difference in someone's life? Do you believe in the power of compassion, resilience, and community? Drake Medox is calling on dedicated, empathetic individuals to join our team of Support Workers in the Manawatu region.
We're on a mission to support people living with Brain Injuries, Spinal cord injuries and complex health needs to live meaningful, independent lives in their own homes. With over 50 years of trusted experience, we're proud to stand alongside our clients and their whΔnau every step of the way.
π What You'll Do:
- Provide essential, 24/7 care to a client in Palmerston North living with a brain injury and challenging health needs
- Support daily routines including personal care support, medication and nutrition management, domestic support, and emotional wellbeing.
- Be a steady, positive presence through challenging behaviours and complex care needs.
- Support him with access and engagement in recreation, appointments and community activities
- Carry our rehabilitation and therapeutic activities
- Help someone not just live-but thrive.
π± What You'll Gain:
- A deeply rewarding role where your work truly matters.
- Ongoing training and development to grow your skills and confidence including NZQA qualifications
- A supportive, values-driven team that celebrates your impact.
- Flexible part-time hours that fit your lifestyle.
- $24.64-$30.61/hour (based on qualifications) + travel payments
- 24/7 support from our dedicated team
- Comprehensive onboarding and client-specific training
π Who You Are:
- Live in Palmerston North
- Hold a full driver's licence and have your own vehicle
- Experience working in the Health and Disability sector preferably those with Brain Injuries
- Have a minimum Level 2 NZQA Health & Wellbeing qualification
- Be eligible to work in New Zealand
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient
- Resilient and able to remain calm under pressure
- Ready to learn and grow in a dynamic care environment.
- Committed to empowering others with dignity and respect.
- Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills
- Consistent, reliable, and punctual
- Clear and effective communication with a good command of English
- Positive, can-do attitude toward learning and development
This is more than a job-it's a calling.
If you're ready to be part of something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.
π Apply now and help us build a future where everyone has the chance to live well.
Apply now with your CV and cover letter or call 06 952 5085 to learn more.