Community Disability Support Specialist

Hōhepa Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Christchurch seeks a Support Coordinator to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in achieving their potential. The role demands energy and empathy, with responsibilities including daily care, cooking, and medication administration. Successful candidates will enjoy a supportive team environment, fixed shifts, and opportunities for professional development. Salary ranges from $23.50 to $29.10 per hour, with various benefits offered.

Benefits

Fixed rosters for certainty of hours

Support for NZQF Certificate completion

Gym and Pool Membership discounts

Long service leave

Qualifications

• Energetic and empathetic individual ready to support a client.
• Ability to navigate complex behaviours and routines.
• Commitment to uphold principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines while encouraging personal growth.
• Manage personal care, cooking, and medication administration.
• Provide support for community engagement and activities.

Skills

Self-motivated

Energetic

Flexible

Team player

Kind nature

Education

NZ full driver’s licence

NZQF Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2, 3 or 4

Job description

A community service organization in Christchurch seeks a Support Coordinator to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in achieving their potential. The role demands energy and empathy, with responsibilities including daily care, cooking, and medication administration. Successful candidates will enjoy a supportive team environment, fixed shifts, and opportunities for professional development. Salary ranges from $23.50 to $29.10 per hour, with various benefits offered.