Support Worker

3 months ago


Kapiti Coast, New Zealand Healthcare of New Zealand Full time

At NZCommunity Living, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Whānau Support Services reflect our belief that all New Zealanders deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions. You will be part of a team who will provide a safe environment where people can develop confidence and new skills, build friendships with peers and interact with others in the community.

We are currently seeking a special person to work one to one to support a young woman to build her wellbeing and confidence so she can take part in community activities.

This role is 15 - 20 hours per week (with some flexibility on actual times of work) and could potentially be worked alongside support of other disabled people.

**What does a Support Worker do?**

As part of our Whānau Support team, you will work specific rosters designed to ensure our people are supported to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. Responsibilities can include -Creating a positive morning routine to make for the best possible day, building confidence and connections to join local groups, make friendships and start looking for work, assisting or taking the person to visit local shops, services and cafes, maintaining their own home so that they take pride and ownership in where they live.

**What is in it for you?**
- Earn competitive pay rates between $22.70 up to $28.25 per hour
- Variety of shifts, travel allowance, mobile phone
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support
- 'Refer a friend' Bonus

**We are looking for people who has**:

- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to get out into the community and positively support activities
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenging behaviours
- Experience working with youth is advantageous
- Full drivers' license essential and access to a vehicle is preferable.

**Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.**
- 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 NZCommunity Living._

Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.


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