Support Worker

7 months ago

New Plymouth, New Zealand Healthcare of New Zealand Full time

At NZcommunity living our services reflect our belief that all New Zealanders deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.

We are currently seeking full time support workers in our Taranaki residential service.

What does a Support Worker do?

Our Support Workers assist people who access our services to live as independently as possible, in their community. Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 cover with responsibilities including aiding with personal care, community outings and integration, and other aspects of daily living - enabling our clients to be as independent as possible.

You will be somebody who really thrives off helping others and who is committed to upholding high standards of care. Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests. Having experience with disability is an advantage however not essential.

What's in it for you?

We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation. We provide a career pathway for staff through the learning and development framework and offer a rate of $22.49 to $28.25 per hour, with the opportunity to progress once you have completed our fully funded NZQA training and qualifications.

We are looking for the following:

- A desire to support our people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes
- Prior experience supporting others with aspects of daily living, preferably those living with intellectual or physical disabilities
- Full driver's licence and confidence to safely transport passengers in our disability vans (training provided)
- Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends

Whats in it for you:

- Earn a competitive pay rate between $22.49 up to $28.25 per hour
- Variety of shifts
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
- Employee assistance programme service anytime you need health and welling support

At Healthcare NZ, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity, and reflects the communities we serve. If you are passionate about providing support to a wide range of people and think you would like a career with NZCare, then we would like to hear from you

Kei te Hauora Hauora, e hiahia ana matou ki te hanga i tetahi waahi mahi e whakatairanga ana, e whakanui ana i nga rereketanga, me te whakaatu i nga hapori e mahi ana tatou. Mēnā he tangata ngākaunui ana koe ki te tautoko i ngā momo tāngata, tēnā pea, kei konei he tūranga mōu.Tukua mai tō tono ki NZCare

The right to work in NZ and willingness to undergo Police Vetting and additional Vulnerable Children Safety checking are essential to be considered for this position.

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