Support Worker - Dunedin

IHC; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Level 2-4 Certificates in Health & Wel

Long service leave entitlements

Insurance benefits after 2 years

Refer a friend bonus

Free Employee Assistance programme

Job summary

IDEA Services is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives at home and in the community. You will help with daily living skills, routines, and personal care, while supporting goals, wellbeing, and social connections.

Previous health/disability sector experience is preferred. A NZ driver's licence and flexible, varied shifts (including sleepovers and weekends) are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the health/disability sector, supporting individuals with diverse needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Physical fitness to provide hands-on support when needed
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and sleepovers
• A full NZ driver's licence

Responsibilities

• Fostering independence: Assist individuals in developing daily living skills.
• Managing daily routines: Support with personal care tasks and daily activities.
• Pursuing goals and interests: Encourage individuals to pursue hobbies and passions.
• Promoting health and well-being: Guide healthy lifestyle choices and wellbeing.
• Building strong connections: Strengthen whānau and community ties.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Flexible shifts

Job description

• Varied rosters including AM, PM, sleepover and weekend shifts
• $24.68 - $30.13 per hour based on relevant qualifications

About the role | Mō te tūnga

As a Support Worker, you will empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives at home and within their community. This role is deeply meaningful, allowing you to be creative and make each day engaging and significant for those you support. Your responsibilities include:

• Fostering independence: Assist individuals in developing daily living skills such as using public transport and preparing meals.
• Managing daily routines: Support with personal care tasks like showering, dressing and taking medication.
• Pursuing goals and interests: Encourage and help individuals to follow their passions and hobbies.
• Promoting health and well-being: Guide individuals in making healthy lifestyle choices and maintaining their overall well-being.
• Building strong connections: Strengthen their relationships with whānau and community.
• A compassionate, people-first approach - you genuinely care about the wellbeing and dignity of those you support

Previous experience in the health/disability sector, supporting individuals with diverse needs

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Physical fitness to provide hands-on support when needed
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and sleepovers
• A full NZ driver's licence

What's in it for you? | Nōu te rourou

• $24.68 - $30.13 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 qualifications.
• Generous long service leave entitlements plus insurance benefits after 2 years' service.
• 'Refer a friend' Bonus programme.
• FREEEmployee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

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.

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
Nicole Cashman
[e-mail]

Reference # 41181

Location(s) Otago / Clutha

Expertise Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare

Job level(s) 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience

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.