Support Worker - Hutt Valley

IHC New Zealand; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave

Insurance perks

Recognition program

Refer a Friend

Job summary

IDEA Services Ltd supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and participate in their communities. The role involves hands-on support, including meal prep, personal care, transportation, and administering medication where needed.

No prior experience is required, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are highly valued. Full training and orientation will be provided.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Full NZ driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Daily tasks could include meal preparation, shopping, household tasks, personal care, transportation, or medication administration.
• Support individuals to build confidence, develop independence, and live life on their own terms.

Skills

Flexible shifts

Computers & tablets

Communication skills

Physical fitness

New Zealand driver license

Job description

• Discover a career with purpose, backed by real opportunities for professional growth and advancement!
• Working across Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, and Wainuiomata

Learn, develop, and achieve recognised qualifications

Mō te tūnga | About the role

No two days are ever the same! More than providing support, you'll play an important role in helping people build confidence, develop independence, and live life on their own terms. Every day brings opportunities to encourage growth, celebrate achievements, overcome challenges, and support individuals to reach goals that matter to them.

This is a hands‑on role that requires physical fitness, resilience, sound judgement, and the confidence to manage risk and respond effectively in challenging situations. Daily tasks in this role could include meal preparation, shopping, household tasks, personal care, transportation, or medication administration.

No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary, but 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.
• Full NZ driver's license is required

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay of $24.68 - $30.13 per hour, with the opportunity to earn more as you develop your qualifications.
• Get paid while building your career, with supported pathways to Levels 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications.
• Benefit from long service leave, insurance perks, and recognition for your commitment.
• Earn extra rewards through our Refer a Friend Programme.
• Prioritise your wellbeing with free 24/7 access to professional 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.

IDEA Services Ltdis an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.

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.

Job level(s): Entry (no qualifications/experience), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience.

Work type(s): Permanent full-time, Permanent part-time, Fixed term full-time, Fixed term part-time.

Location(s): Hutt Valley.