Support Worker

South East Auckland service area: Mount Wellington, East Tamaki, Papatoetoe, Manukau - Full time and part time opportunities - Must have availability to work a variety of rostered shifts including mornings, evenings, overnight sleepovers, and every second weekend. - $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. In this role you will be supporting individuals with complex behavioural support needs. No one is too disabled or "challenging" to be supported in taking an active role in their life. Your role involves helping the people we support to: - recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm and react safely to this. - grow their independence and learn skills for daily living such as using public transport, getting a job, cooking a meal, emotional regulation. - 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** No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary, but a strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker with a positive attitude is highly valued. Full training and orientation will be provided to individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. - Flexibility to work rostered shifts including days, evenings, sleepovers, and weekends. - 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 and participate in community activities. - A Full NZ driver's licence (eligibility to gain this within 6 months) **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 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. IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer. **Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply** Applicants can direct enquiries about position to: **Taylor Spence - Recruitment Advisor** **Job Details**: - Reference # - 34423 - Posted on - 29 May 2025 - Closes on - 14 Jul 2025 23:55 - Location(s) - South East / Cornwall - Expertise - Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare - Job level(s) - Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience - Work type(s) - Permanent full-time, Permanent part-time