Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Auckland City, New Zealand IHC New Zealand Full time

The West/Central Auckland area includes - Mount Eden, New Lynn, Swanson, Henderson, Massey
- Part time opportunities, fixed schedules ranging from 20 - 60 hours per fortnight
- The shifts are mostly in the afternoon/evenings and weekends shifts will be required
- $23.84-$29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

As a Support Worker you will be supporting people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives at home and as part of their community. This is meaningful work where you can be creative and make every day interesting in ways that are important to others.

The role involves helping the people we support to:

- grow their independence and learn skills for daily living such as using public transport, getting a job, cooking a meal.
- manage their daily routines - shower, get dressed, take medication or eat a meal.
- pursue their goals, interests, and hobbies.
- stay healthy and making positive choices about their lifestyle.
- have strong connections with their whānau and community.

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

**Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring**
- Previous experience within the health and disability sector is preferred, but a strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker with a positive attitude is also highly valued.
- 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.
- A Full NZ driver's license.

**Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?**
- $23.84-$29.10 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 #
- 34341
- Posted on
- 19 May 2025
- Closes on
- 16 Jun 2025 23:55
- Location(s)
- West / Central
- Expertise
- Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare
- Job level(s)
- Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience
- Work type(s)
- Permanent part-time

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