Compassionate Caregiver needed to join a dedicated team providing high-quality, person-centered support within our community. Working alongside healthcare professionals and families, you will help deliver tailored care plans within a supportive, collaborative environment that values empathy, reliability, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Caregiver to join our dedicated support team in Otago. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, person-centered care to clients within their homes or residential facilities across the Canterbury suburbs. You will be a vital link in the healthcare chain, providing essential daily support that allows our clients to maintain independence and a high quality of life.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Accompanying aged and disabled persons during daily activities
  • Assisting clients with their mobility
  • Preparing food for clients
  • Arranging social activities
  • Performing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming and cleaning
  • Assisting in personal hygiene and dressing
  • Providing companionship, friendship and emotional support
  • May do shopping and run errands
  • May live in with the person

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience: 3+ years of proven experience in caregiving, nursing support, or a community health role; OR  Qualifications: A New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) or a New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Level 5).
  • Empathy & Patience: A genuine desire to help others and the emotional intelligence to handle sensitive situations with calm and kindness.
  • Reliability: Total dependability is a must—our clients throughout Canterbury rely on your presence for their daily well-being.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with clients, families, and medical professionals.
  • Logistics: A valid driver’s license and reliable transport to travel to various client locations across Christchurch.

Benefits

  • Weekly pay.
  • Competitive hourly rate ($25–$30 per hour depending on qualifications and experience).
  • Minimum of 30 hours guaranteed per week (permanent full-time)
  • Long-term training and career development opportunities
  • Supportive and friendly team environment.

About Us

Blokhaus Recruitment approaches work from a tradesman’s point of view — we don’t operate like a typical recruiter. We know the trades and find people good work!

How to Apply

If you’re a motivated and reliable Caregiver with a commitment to getting the job done right, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now!

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • How many years of experience do you have as a Caregiver?
  • Do you have a relevant healthcare qualification?
  • Do you have your own vehicle?
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