Support Worker

3 months ago

North Shore City Auckland, New Zealand IHC New Zealand Full time

Part time vacancies - up to 50 hours per fortnight
- Flexibility to work a range of rostered shifts is required - Shifts can include 1pm to 1pm, 1pm to 9am, 4pm to 9am, 9am to 4pm.
- Availability to work every second weekend is required.
- $23.84-$29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

As a Support Worker you will be supporting people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives at home and as part of their community.

We are looking for Support Workers to work with individuals who have complex behavioural support needs. No one is too disabled or "challenging" to be supported in taking an active role in their life. Dealing with challenging behaviour can be tough, but with the right approach, we can make a difference, promote positive behaviours, and create a supportive environment for people to thrive.

Your role involves helping the people we support to:

- recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm safely.
- grow their independence and learn skills for daily living such as using public transport, getting a job, cooking a meal, emotional regulation.
- manage their daily routines eg. shower, get dressed, take medication, eat a meal.
- pursue their goals, interests, and hobbies.
- stay healthy and making positive choices about their lifestyle.
- have strong connections with their whānau and community.

Check out our website to learn more: Become a Support Worker

**Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring**

Previous experience is preferred, but more importantly, we are looking for someone with some life experience and the right attitude. It is essential that you have the skills to build good relationships with the people we support.
- Previous experience supporting people complex behavioural support needs is preferred but not essential.
- Flexibility to work rostered shifts including days, evenings, sleepovers, and weekends.
- A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
- Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
- A Full NZ driver's license

**Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?**
- $23.84-$29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications.
- IDEA Services will support you towards completion of the Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing qualifications.
- Generous long service leave entitlements plus insurance benefits after 2 years' service.
- 'Refer a friend' Bonus programme.
- FREE Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

**Mō mātou | About us (IDEA Services)**

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community.

IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
**Taylor Spence - Recruitment Advisor**
**078387698**

**Job Details**:

- Reference #
30520- Posted on
10 Oct 2024- Closes on
08 Nov 2024 09:00- Location(s)
North Shore- Expertise
Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare- Job level(s)
Entry (no qualifications/experience), Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience- Work type(s)
Permanent full-time, Permanent part-time

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