Support Worker - Blenheim

IHC Group; Nelson; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services provider in New Zealand is looking for a Support Worker to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in enhancing their daily living skills and independence. The role requires strong communication skills, a relevant health qualification, and offers competitive pay ranging from $23.84 to $29.10 per hour alongside generous benefits. Candidates should be prepared for flexible shifts, including weekends.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Long service leave entitlements

Employee Assistance programme

Training towards Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and sleepovers.
• Possession of a Full NZ driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to grow their independence and learn daily living skills.
• Manage daily routines and provide necessary support.
• Help individuals pursue their goals and interests.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Computer proficiency

Education

Relevant health qualification

Job description

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Support Worker you will be supporting people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives at home and as part of their community. This is meaningful work where you can be creative and make every day interesting in ways that are important to others.

Your Role Involves Helping The People We Support To

• grow their independence and learn skills for daily living such as using public transport, getting a job, cooking a meal
• manage their daily routines - shower, get dressed, take medication or eat a meal
• pursue their goals, interests and hobbies
• stay healthy and make positive choices about their lifestyle
• have strong connections with their whānau and community

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

• Must hold a relevant health qualification, and experience working with people with intellectual disabilities is preferred.
• Availability to work flexible rostered shifts, including weekends and sleepover shifts.
• Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
• Possession of a Full NZ driver\'s licence.

Nōu te rourou | What\'s in it for you?

• $23.84 - $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications.
• IDEA Services will support you towards completion of the Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing.
• Generous long service leave entitlements plus insurance benefits after 2 years\' service.
• 'Refer a friend' Bonus programme.
• FREE Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

Mō mātou | About us (IDEA Services)

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC\'s utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community.

Check out our website to learn more about us: Become a Support Worker (idea.org.nz)

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Submit an online application by selecting the \'Apply\' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV. If you have any questions about the application process, please email [e-mail].

The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.