Support Worker / Kaitautoko

Laura Fergusson Trust Wellington; Wellington; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Laura Fergusson Trust Wellington is seeking Support Workers to empower clients living with disability toward greater independence and participation. You will join a large, friendly team dedicated to delivering the best possible care and support in a residential setting.

Roles available include casual and permanent positions with varied shifts, including weekends. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is required.

Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Keen interest in helping others and promoting independence.
• Ability to work in partnership with clients to support daily living.
• Willingness to work weekends/rotating shifts as required.
• Time management and ability to work autonomously within a team.
• Aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision and values.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to achieve independence and inclusion in daily activities.
• Work as part of a large, friendly care team to deliver high-quality support.
• Provide compassionate, person-centred care and document occurrences as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Client empowerment

Team collaboration

Independence promotion

Time management

Flexible scheduling

Willingness to learn

Education

NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or equivalent)

Job description

Situation Vacant

Support Worker / Kaitautoko, Wellington – casual and permanent

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including underrepresented groups.

E pā ana ki a tatou |About us

We are an independent, charitable provider of residential care for those living with disability. We are driven to help our clients achieve independence and self-determination and strive to inspire opportunities for belonging. We provide services 24/7 365 days per year.

Kōrero mō te tūranga |About the role

With recent growth in our residential service, we are looking for people interested in making a difference in people's lives. As a support worker you will help empower our clients to achieve independence and inclusion in everyday life. You will work as part of a large friendly team passionate about delivering the best possible care and support for our clients.

Nga taonga kei roto I tou kete matauranga | What you bring

• Able to communicate effectively.
• Have a keen interest in helping others.
• Be able to work in partnership with our clients.
• Be able to maximise the independence of our clients whilst encouraging choice, initiation and participation in activities.
• Have the ability to demonstrate efficient time management, work autonomously and be part of a team.
• Willing to work within the mission, vision and values of the organisation.
• Previous care giving experience is also advantageous but it is not a requirement.
• NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or an equivalent recognised qualification) at Level 2 or above is desirable however we are willing to consider candidates who have no relevant qualifications for the role.

Please Note

• We have a variety of roles available. Full-time, Part-time and casual. All the roles are based in Fairfield, Wellington.
• For permanent full-time employees, a guaranteed minimum of 75 hours per fortnight.
• Days of work are from Monday to Sunday on a rotating shift roster including weekends. It may also include working night shifts.
• Weekend Only – If you are interested in working on weekends only, please feel free to apply and specify "Weekend Only" on your application.

Remuneration

• Remuneration is in line with the pay equity scale.
• The minimum pay rate (L0) is $28.95 gross per hour and the maximum pay rate (L4) is $30.65 gross per hour. Pay bands will be calculated on the basis of your qualification.

Ngā mātāpono |Our Values

Empathy, Aroha - We are kind, and have a desire to know and understand others

Embracing Diversity, Kanorau Awhitanga - We respect people, value difference and are committed to equity

Courage, Kia Maia - We are prepared to change and lead the way by being the best we can be

Job Description

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You must be eligible to work and be based in New Zealand.