Empowering In-Home Disability Support Worker (Part-Time)

Healthcarenz Limited

Wellington

On-site

NZD 33,000 - 41,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

NZQA Health & Wellbeing training

Employee benefits

Refer a friend bonus

PB Tech discount

Discounted 2Degrees plans

Discounted Southern Cross Health

Samsung product access

Employee Assistance program

Job summary

Healthcarenz Limited in Masterton is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help people with disabilities live full, independent lives at home and in the community. You will assist with daily activities and accompany clients to routines they enjoy, from swimming and sports to arts and shopping.

This part-time role starts at 15 hours per week with scope to increase. We value empathy, clear communication, and teamwork, and provide training toward NZQA Health & Wellbeing, and a supportive work

Qualifications

Previous experience in a healthcare setting is essential, including experience working with youth.
Understanding of Intellectual Disability and Autism is preferred.
Ability to support people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes.

Responsibilities

Support people in their home and community to lead fulfilling lives.
Assist with activities such as swimming, events, arts and crafts, movies or shopping.
Contribute to a safe, respectful environment and promote independence.

Skills

Good communication

Healthcare experience

Intellectual Disability understanding

Autism understanding

Team player

Driver's license

Job description

This part-time role starts at 15 hours per week with scope to increase. We value empathy, clear communication, and teamwork, and provide training toward NZQA Health & Wellbeing, and a supportive work

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