Job Description
About the Company:
For over 50 years, Drake Medox has been the health and community care recruitment arm of Drake New Zealand, providing quality healthcare workers for individuals living with disabilities. We're a specialized provider of support for those with complex needs to live safely and independently within their home.
About the role:
Located in Whangarei, the role involves supporting a client who has a spinal cord injury. You will be required to complete some or all these tasks:
- Personal cares - bowel cares and catheter management
- Complete stretches and transfers using hoists
- Household chores, meal preparation and medication administration
- Transportation (using the client's vehicle)
- Assisting the client with accessing community facilities, going shopping, meeting friends, and attending medical appointments
About you:
- Right to work in New Zealand
- Full NZ drivers license (without restrictions)
- Own reliable transport
- Experience working with clients with spinal injuries preferred, but not necessary
- Willingness to study towards qualifications
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rates
- Travel allowance provided (time and mileage)
- Robust on-boarding and client specific training
- On-going training and development and support to complete NZQA Health and Well-being qualifications
- 24/7 on call assistance
- Staff benefits and discounts
How to apply:
If you're interested in making a difference in our client's lives, please apply with your updated CV. To find out more about the role please call 021 894 183 and speak to Trish
Right to Work:
The above position is only open to applicants who have the right to work in New Zealand. Applicants who do not have a current right to work in New Zealand will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.