Support Worker

6 days ago

Auckland City, New Zealand IHC New Zealand Full time

South East Auckland service area: Mount Wellington, East Tamaki, Papatoetoe, Manukau
- Full time - fixed shifts
- Must have availability to work a combination of morning, evening, and overnight sleepover shifts. As well as alternate weekends.
- $23.84-$29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

As a Support Worker, you will empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives at home and within their community. This role is deeply meaningful, allowing you to be creative and make each day engaging and significant for those you support. Your responsibilities include:

- ** Fostering independence**: Assist individuals in developing daily living skills such as using public transport and preparing meals.
- ** Managing daily routines**: Support with personal care tasks like showering, dressing and taking medication.
- ** Pursuing goals and interests**: Encourage and help individuals to follow their passions and hobbies.
- ** Promoting health and well-being**: Guide individuals in making healthy lifestyle choices and maintaining their overall well-being.
- ** Building strong connections**: Strengthen their relationships with whānau and community.

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

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

No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary, but a strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker with a positive attitude is highly valued. Full training and orientation will be provided to individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
- Flexibility to work rostered shifts including days, evenings, sleepovers, and weekends.
- 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 and participate in community activities.
- A Full NZ driver's licence

**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 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.

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

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

**Job Details**:

- Reference #
- 35041
- Posted on
- 14 Jul 2025
- Closes on
- 28 Jul 2025 23:55
- Location(s)
- South East / Cornwall
- Expertise
- Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare
- Job level(s)
- Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience
- Work type(s)
- Permanent full-time

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