Whānau Support Worker

1 week ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Healthcare of New Zealand Full time

NZCommunity Living, an organisation dedicated to supporting disabled people in New Zealand. Our Whānau Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.

You will provide a safe environment where our clients 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. NZCommunity are looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home a few hours a week.

We are seeking energetic permanent part time Whānau Support worker for some of our Central and South Auckland clients ideally someone with intellectual disability experience. This position starts at 20 hours guaranteed a fortnight these hours can increase over time as your relationship develops with the client.

What does a Support Worker do?

You will support young people in their home and community to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives to achieve their personal dreams and goals by doing the things they want to do such as going swimming, attending sporting events, arts and crafts, movies or shopping - the list is endless

What's in it for you?

Earn competitive pay rates between $22.49 up to $28.25 per hour.

Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing.

Job security with Employee benefits, sick/annual leave and more.

Travel Allowance

Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

We're looking for people with the following skills:
Experience working with young people is advantageous

Availability to work after school hours and weekends

Can connect and build a positive relationship with people through provision of consistent support

Are energetic and passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals, hopes and dreams

Have an ability to look beyond presenting barriers and provide experiences that will empower people to live the best life they can

A desire to support people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes

Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.
- 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 NZCommunity Living._

Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.

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