Support Worker

1 week ago

South Wairarapa District, Wellington, New Zealand IHC Group Full time
  • Casual opportunities available across the Wairarapa
  • Must have flexibility across days, evenings, sleepovers and weekends.
  • $ $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications + 8% Holiday Pay.

Mō te tūnga | About the role
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.

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.

  • Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleepover shifts.
  • Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
  • Possession of a Full NZ driver's license.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

  • $ $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications + 8% Holiday Pay
  • 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)
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.

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

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV. If you have any questions about the application process, please email

The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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