Youth Support Advocate
3 days ago
About Tangram
Tangram is a leading provider of Disability Support Services, dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Our approach reflects our commitment to equality and inclusivity.
Job Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Caregiver Support Specialist in Nelson. As part of our Whanau Support Worker team, you will play a vital role in supporting tamariki (school-aged children) and taitamariki (youth and teenagers) in their homes and communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide person-centred support to enable individuals to achieve their personal dreams and goals.
- Engage individuals in various activities to promote social interaction and skill development.
- Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the team and stakeholders.
Requirements
- Energetic and passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals, hopes, and dreams.
- Ability to think creatively and develop tailored support plans.
- Availability to work after school hours (3pm to 6pm) and some weekend work.
- Full driver's licence and ability to complete Police checks, CYRAS checks, and reference checks.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary between $23.38 up to $29.10 per hour.
- Free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing qualifications.
- Travel allowance.
- Employee assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.
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