Family Support Specialist

3 days ago


Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand Healthcare Of New Zealand Part time
About the Role

As a Family Support Specialist with Healthcare of New Zealand, you will play a vital role in supporting disabled individuals in the Nelson area. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people in your community.

You will be responsible for supporting school-aged children and youth with their needs, helping them enjoy activities and build confidence in their homes and communities. Your tasks may include going to cafes, the movies, supporting them to look for work, or joining a sports team.

This role requires you to be energetic and motivated, with the ability to look beyond presenting barriers and provide experiences that will empower people to live their best lives. You should have a desire to support people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes.

In this role, you will also be required to connect and build positive relationships with people through consistent support. Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness are essential qualities for this position as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.



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