Casual Support worker - Kapiti

New Zealand Health Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free NZQA training

Employee benefits

Sick/annual leave

Refer a friend bonus

Discounts on PB Tech

Discounts on 2Degrees

Discounted Southern Cross Health

Discounted Samsung products

Employee Assistance program

Job summary

NZCL is seeking energetic Casual Support Workers to assist people with disabilities in Kapiti, providing 24/7 support across rosters including potential overnight shifts. You will help with daily living, meals, personal care, and learning life skills in a supportive team.

Join a dedicated group focused on respect, empathy and person-centered care. Training toward NZQA Health & Wellbeing is provided, with benefits and a progression path; NZ resident or valid work permit required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including disabilities and challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and personal cares.
• Support participation in community activities and life skills.

Skills

Empathy

Respectful communication

Flexible

Full driver's license

Job description

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 energetic and motivated Casual Support Workers to help the people we support in our Kapiti 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 to do the things they want to do such as going swimming, personal cares, 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 of additional sleepover payments included in some rosters.

What do you get? | He aha te whiwhi

• Earn competitive pay rates between $23.97 up to $29.68 per hour.
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing.
• Job security with Employee benefits, sick/annual leave and more.
• Variety of shifts
• 'Refer a friend' Bonus.
• PB Tech discount when shopping online
• Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
• Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Access to Samsung products at discounted price
• Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

Who are we looking for?| Ko wai ta tatou e rapu ana

• People who are passionate about helping others, are kind and understanding.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenges behaviours.
• Full driver's license is essential.
• Somebody who has the initiative to push people for their goals, is energetic, outgoing, and can think outside the box. You need to be respectful of others thinking, and their way of living life that may be different to your own.
• Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends.

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.

Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.