Support Worker

3 days ago

New Plymouth, New Zealand Healthcare of New Zealand Full time

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people 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. Our teams are our greatest asset and we are committed to employing and training the best people. NZCL is looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home.

We are looking for a permanent full-time leave cover Support Workers to help the people we support in our Taranaki residential services.

**What does a Support Worker do?** **|** **He aha te mahi a te Kaimahi Tautoko**

This is a busy and diverse role, supporting people with various aspects of daily life and to do the things they want to do such as going swimming, personal cares, support with meals, household management tasks and teaching life skills. - The list is endless Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 support with the potential of additional sleepover payments included in some rosters.

**Why Us | He aha ai mātou?**

We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation.
- Earn competitive pay rates between $23.38 up to $29.10 per hour
- PB Tech discount when shopping online
- Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
- Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

**Who are we looking for?|** **Ko wai ta tatou e rapu ana**
- People who are passionate about helping others, are kind and understanding.
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenges behaviours.
- Full driver's license is essential.
- Somebody who has the initiative to push people for their goals, is energetic, outgoing, and can think outside the box. You need to be respectful of others thinking, and their way of living life that may be different to your own.
- Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends.

**Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.**
- If you are passionate about supporting people, then maybe there is a role for you here. Send your request to NZCL._
- 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 NZCL._

Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.
- Reference #
- 32199
- Posted on
- 31 Jan 2025
- Closes on
- 28 Feb 2025 12:00
- Location(s)
- New Plymouth branch area
- Expertise
- Client Services (General), Aged Care, Contact Centre, Service Facilitation, Management, Vocational, Child & Youth Care, Disability Support, Home Support, Rehabilitation, Respite Care, Mental Health & Wellness
- Job level(s)
- 1 - 3 years of experience, 3 - 5 years of experience
- Work type(s)
- Permanent full-time

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