Casual Disability Support Specialist

Spectrum Care; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Educational support

NZQA qualifications assistance

Job summary

Spectrum Care in Upper Hutt is seeking casual support workers to assist four young adults aged 21-24, providing 24-hour support in a loving home. You’ll help residents live their best lives, build trust with families, and participate in activities in the home and neighbourhood.

Ideal candidates are warm, intuitive, patient, with good English communication and a willingness to learn, including NZQA Level 2-4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications. A NZ driver's licence is required.

Qualifications

• Clear verbal and written English required.
• Able to pass NZ Police check.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities preferred but not essential.
• Reliable, committed and passionate about helping people.
• Full NZ driver's licence required.
• Support to obtain NZQA Level 2-4 Health & Wellbeing qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with intimate care and daily living activities.
• Support residents at home and in the community.
• Build trust with residents and families.
• Use a range of communication methods to understand needs.
• Push a wheelchair and participate in activities including swimming.

Skills

Verbal & written English

NZ driver's licence

Experience with disabilities

Reliability & commitment

NZ Police check

Computer skills (Word/Email/IE)

Education

NZQA Health & Wellbeing Level 2-4

Community Support Worker Level 3+

Tools

Word

Internet Explorer

Email

Job description

Spectrum Care in Upper Hutt is seeking casual support workers to assist four young adults aged 21-24, providing 24-hour support in a loving home. You’ll help residents live their best lives, build trust with families, and participate in activities in the home and neighbourhood.

Ideal candidates are warm, intuitive, patient, with good English communication and a willingness to learn, including NZQA Level 2-4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications. A NZ driver's licence is required.