School Holiday Programme

Spectrum Care; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Auckland is seeking a Community Support Worker for a fixed-term contract during school holidays. In this role, you will help create a safe and engaging environment for children with learning disabilities. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting individuals and possess effective communication skills. A full New Zealand driver's license and the willingness to attain relevant qualifications are required. Competitive pay rate offered.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting people to live great lives.
• Ability to assist with personal cares such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Reliability and commitment to the role.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate meaningful activities for children with disabilities.
• Create a safe and positive environment during school holidays.
• Support children to engage in various tasks.

Skills

Supporting people with disabilities

Effective communication

Empathy

Clear verbal and written English

Education

Community Support Worker Level 3 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Internet Explorer

Email

Job description

Overview

1-2 week fixed term contract, during NZ School Holidays

$23.50 - $29.10 per hour

Auckland locations

We have sites and support options across the whole Auckland region. Our School Holiday Program is all about fun activities in a safe and positive environment. Our team of support workers ensure that all children are catered for and active participation is achieved.

Role

As a Community Support Worker in one of our School Holiday Programmes, you will work as part of a team, dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, secure and healthy space, where children with a learning disability can spend time in the holidays. Reporting to the Programme Leader, you will facilitate meaningful activities and support children to engage in a variety of tasks.

These are fixed term contracts of a variety of shifts, covering two consecutive weeks (Monday to Friday 8:30am - 3.30pm or 4:30pm), which coincide with the school holidays.

If you\'re interested in supporting people to develop self-confidence and independence, and live their lives of choice, lives like any other, in their own communities, then we want to hear from you today!

Skills & Experience

• Committed and passionate for supporting people with disabilities to live great lives
• Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with your colleagues and the people you support
• Empathy and willingness to support people with their personal cares, such as bathing, dressing and toileting
• Excellent, clear, understandable verbal and written English is a pre-requisite to be considered for this role

The ideal candidate will have

• The commitment to achieve a Community Support Worker Level 3 qualification
• Experience supporting people with disabilities and/or challenging behaviours
• Reliability, Commitment, and Passion for working with people
• A full New Zealand driver\'s licence
• The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and email

Location(s) Auckland, North Auckland, Central Auckland, West Auckland, South Auckland, East Auckland

Expertise Community Support Worker, Programme Leader