Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Lower Hutt, 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 are looking for energetic and motivated people to support our clients in residential service in Lower Hutt.

**We are looking for Casual Support Workers to work alongside, coach and mentor Rangatahi and Tamariki in our Intensive Support Services in Lower Hutt.**

**This roster is mainly night shift with some day and afternoon shifts.**

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

Our Support Workers assist Rangitahi and Tamariki who access our services to live as independently as possible in their community. You will:

- Work as a team to ensure consistency in your approach.
- Support Tamariki or Rangitahi to go to school or access education.
- Observe and respond to health concerns or support the overall health and wellbeing of the young person
- Support Rangitahi/Young People to work towards and attain their goals and improve outcomes.

**What do you get? | He aha te whiwhi**
- Earn competitive pay rates between $23.50 up to $29.10 per hour
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
- Bespoke training that is tailored to the needs of the rangitahi/young person
- Clinical Supervision to support best practice
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support
- 'Refer a friend' Bonus.

**Who are we looking for? |** **Ko wai ta tatou e rapu ana**
- A desire to support our rangitahi / young people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes.
- Previous experience working with young people/rangitahi.
- An understanding of Intellectual disability and Autism.
- Creativity 'out of the box' thinking and a team player.
- A full NZ driver's license.

**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.

The right to work in NZ and willingness to undergo Police Vetting and additional Vulnerable Children Safety checking are essential to be considered for this position.
- Reference #
- 34340
- Posted on
- 11 Jun 2025
- Closes on
- 11 Jul 2025 12:00
- Location(s)
- Lower Hutt branch area
- Expertise
- Child & Youth Care
- Job level(s)
- 0 - 1 year of experience, 1 - 3 years of experience, 3 - 5 years of experience
- Work type(s)
- Casual

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