Empowering Disability Support Worker - Flexible 24/7 Shifts

New Zealand Health Group; Nelson; Hybrid; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NZQA health & wellbeing training

Employee Assistance program

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

NZCL is seeking energetic and motivated Support Workers to join our Nelson Residential Services on a permanent full-time basis. This leave-cover role requires flexibility in location and rostering within the Nelson area.

You will support people with daily living activities, meals, personal cares, and life skills, working with a team to provide 24/7 support. A full driver’s license is essential and prior healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Full driver's license is essential.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Support people in daily life activities such as personal cares, meals, outings (e.g., swimming) and teaching life skills.
• Work as part of a team across Nelson Residential Services with flexible rostering to cover shifts, including weekends and overnights.

Job description

NZCL is seeking energetic and motivated Support Workers to join our Nelson Residential Services on a permanent full-time basis. This leave-cover role requires flexibility in location and rostering within the Nelson area.

You will support people with daily living activities, meals, personal cares, and life skills, working with a team to provide 24/7 support. A full driver’s license is essential and prior healthcare experience is preferred.