Intensive Support Worker

2 days ago

Christchurch Central, New Zealand HealthCare NZ Full time NZ$29,200 - NZ$57,600 per year

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.

We are looking for full-time and part-time night shift (wakeover) Support Workers to work alongside, coach and mentor rangatahi and tamariki in our residential services. Experience and knowledge of Te Ao Māori would be advantageous for this position.

The locations of work will include:

  • Rangiora
  • Saintt Albans
  • Marshlands
  • Cashmere

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 $23.97 and $29.68 per hour
  • Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
  • Bespoke training that is tailored to the needs of the rangitahi/young person
  • Clinical supervision to support best practice
  • PB Tech discount when shopping online
  • Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
  • Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
  • Discounted Samsung products
  • Employee assistance programme 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
  • A strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori and Pasifika customs and cultural norms
  • The ability to speak Te Reo Māori would be a bonus
  • A high degree of resilience and understanding of intellectual disabilities and complex needs
  • Previous experience working with young people/rangitahi
  • Creativity 'out of the box' thinking and a team player
  • A full NZ driver's licence

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 NZ residents/citizens 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.

To read a copy of our job description and apply, visit our website by pressing the 'apply now' button.

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