Support Worker - Dunedin

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

Job summary

A leading community support organization in Dunedin is seeking a Support Worker to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will help them learn essential life skills, manage their daily routines, and maintain connections with their community. The position offers flexible work hours and training towards nationally recognized qualifications. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

$23.84 - $29.10 per hour based on qualifications

Long service leave benefits

Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleepover shifts.
• Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
• Possession of a Full NZ driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to grow their independence and learn skills.
• Help manage daily routines and pursue personal goals.
• Ensure strong connections with community and whānau.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Computer proficiency

Physical fitness

Job description

• Permanent, full time role - 65+ hours per fortnight
• Rostered shifts - flexibility for day, evening, sleepovers and weekend shifts needed
• Earn while you learn, gain nationally recognised qualifications!

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

A strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker with a positive attitude is highly valued. Full training and orientation will be provided to individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

• Availability to work flexible 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 license.

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.

We are committed to providing inclusive employment opportunities. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. We welcome diverse applicants and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.