Support Worker

1 day ago

Te Awamutu, New Zealand HealthCare NZ Full time

At NZCL, we are dedicated to supporting 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 that provides 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. NZCL is looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own homes.

We are looking for a full-time (six-month fixed-term) Support Worker to provide leave cover in our Te Awamutu Residential Services.

What does a Support Worker do? - He aha te mahi a te Kaimahi Tautoko?

This is a busy and diverse role, supporting people with various aspects of daily life and helping them do the things they want to do, such as going swimming, personal care, support with meals, household management tasks, and teaching life skills - the list is endless

Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 support, with the potential for additional sleepover payments included in some rosters.

Why us? - He aha ai mātou?

We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation.

  • Earn competitive pay rates between $23.97 and $29.68 per hour
  • PB Tech discount when shopping online
  • Discounted 2degrees phone and broadband plans
  • Discounted Southern Cross health insurance
  • Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
  • Employee Assistance Programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

Who are we looking for? - Ko wai tā tātou e rapu ana?

  • People who are passionate about helping others, kind, and understanding
  • Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenging behaviours
  • A full, clean NZ driver's licence (essential)
  • Someone who has the initiative to support people to achieve their goals, is energetic, outgoing, and can think outside the box
  • Respectful of others' thinking and their way of living life that may be different from your own
  • Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends

Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness are 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 New Zealand residents/citizens or have a valid New Zealand work permit.

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

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