Residential Support Worker / Kaiāwhina Tautoko

Insight New Zealand 2007; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated support service provider in Christchurch is seeking a full-time residential support worker. The role involves working with individuals with intellectual disabilities to promote independence and quality of life. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, a commitment to high ethical standards, and flexibility to work various shifts. This position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Personal and professional development

Core training programme

Positive team environment

Support from management

Qualifications

• Full Driver Licence required.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
• Commitment to maintaining a positive team culture.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Experience in supporting people with intellectual disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving their goals and aspirations.
• Assist with personal cares and household tasks.
• Maintain records and follow health and disability policies.
• Be an awesome team member.

Skills

Good communication

Patience

Ability to develop relationships

Flexibility to work various shifts

High ethical standards

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing Support Work

Job description

Overview

We are a small, unique boutique, well established company held in high regard. We provide 6 residential homes and support a number of people with an intellectual disability in supported independent living situations throughout Otautahi.

We pride ourselves on the high standard of support we provide to people, which has been achieved through employing dedicated staff and backed by a strong philosophy which has people’s rights at the forefront of our service provision.

We have a full time position available in our residential home based on the East side of Christchurch. The position is 69 hours including morning/afternoon/evening shifts plus 4 sleepover shifts. Regular additional hours are always available to cover staff leave as we don\'t use casual or bureau staff.

Essential skills / Experience

• Full Driver Licence
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand
• Be a ‘people person’, a good communicator, patient, and calm. Someone who is genuinely interested in people, and can develop positive relationships
• Ideally have a Level 3 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing Support Work (or be willing to gain this qualification with our support and at no cost to you)
• Experience in supporting people with an intellectual disability is preferable but your skills, personal qualities, and aptitude for the job are the most important
• Knowledge of, and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• High ethical standards. Honest and reliable with complete integrity. Practical and ‘down to earth’, good common sense and the all-important sense of humour!
• A commitment to maintaining a positive team culture and striving for excellence
• The flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

The role

• You will be based at the residential home(s) as specified. We operate a fixed fortnightly roster so you will always know in advance what your working hours are.
• Form positive relationships with people living there, helping them to achieve their goals by focusing on their aspirations and strengths
• Work alongside people, supporting them with their everyday living and household tasks, enabling independence, choice, autonomy, and to be part of the community. Assisting with their personal cares, preparing meals, household management, with shopping, leisure, and work activities etc.
• Have a Key Worker Role with specified people contributing to the development and monitoring of support planning
• Follow all systems and processes, house routines, policy, and procedure
• Adhere to the Health and Disability Commission ‘Code of Rights’ for people receiving a health and disability service.
• Keep written information and records as required
• Be an awesome team member

We offer

• A commitment to personal and professional development
• A core training programme as well as the opportunity to work towards national qualifications
• Job satisfaction! You\'ll be part of a motivated team, supporting people towards their aspirations and goals, and to live life to the full!
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Awesome support from management
• A positive and fun environment