Support Worker

2 days ago


Wellington Central, New Zealand IHC New Zealand Full time

Experienced support worker required in Wellington
- Permanent full time - includes day shifts and awake night shifts
- Availability to work alternate weekends is required
- Earn while you learn, gain nationally recognised qualifications

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

IDEA Services supports people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives at home and as part of their community.

As a Support Worker you will be supporting clients with complex needs, managing risk, ensuring safety, and providing individual care throughout the night. We would prefer someone who has previous experience working within the disability sector or aged care.

**Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring**
- Preferably previous experience in caregiving or providing personal care for adults.
- A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
- Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and awake night shifts.
- 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.
- Level 3 or 4 Healthcare related qualification.

**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.

Check out our website to learn more about us: Become a Support Worker (idea.org.nz)

IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.

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

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
**Recruitment Team**

**Job Details**:

- Reference #
- 32840
- Posted on
- 12 Feb 2025
- Closes on
- 26 Feb 2025 09:00
- Location(s)
- Wellington Central
- Expertise
- Healthcare
- Job level(s)
- 1-3 years experience
- Work type(s)
- Permanent full-time


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