Support Worker - Living My Life

RDNS New Zealand; Papakura; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and ongoing support

Meaningful community involvement

Job summary

Royal District Nursing Services (RDNS NZ) is seeking caring, reliable Support Workers to join our Living My Life team, supporting a young person living in their own home. You will empower independence, participate in the community, and provide person-centered support, including non-verbal communication.

No prior experience is required. We are looking for people with the right attitude, willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for helping others.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; willingness to learn and genuine passion for helping others.
• Caring, reliable and patient individuals with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities for the client.
• Assist with personal care and mobility support.
• Support communication through non-verbal methods.
• Help with community outings, social activities, and interests.
• Encourage independence, participation, and choice.
• Build a positive, trusting, and supportive relationship.
• Create fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences.

Skills

Caring

Reliability

Patience

Strong communication

Non-verbal communication

Willingness to learn

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in someone's life while building meaningful connections and having fun along the way?

Royal District Nursing Services (RDNS NZ) is seeking caring, reliable, and positive Support Workers to join our Living My Life team, supporting a young person living in their own home.

This role is all about empowering someone to live independently, participate in their community, enjoy meaningful activities, and achieve their personal goals. You'll be supporting a person who uses a wheelchair and communicates non-verbally, helping them live life to the fullest through connection, encouragement, and person-centred support.

No prior experience is required. We are looking for people with the right attitude, willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for helping others.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Make a meaningful difference in someone's everyday life
• Support independence, community participation, and personal goals
• Develop valuable skills in disability support and communication
• Join a supportive and experienced team
• Full training and ongoing support provided
• Ideal for students or those interested in health, disability, psychology, social services, education, nursing, occupational therapy, or related fields

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting daily living activities
• Assisting with personal care and mobility support
• Supporting communication through non-verbal methods
• Helping with community outings, social activities, and interests
• Encouraging independence, participation, and choice
• Building a positive, trusting, and supportive relationship
• Creating fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences

What We're Looking For

• Caring, reliable, and patient individuals
• Positive attitude and a sense of fun
• Comfortable being hands-on and actively involved
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Willingness to learn and follow support plans
• Experience in disability support is beneficial but not essential
• Full Driver Licence and access to a vehicle is advantageous

About RDNS

At RDNS, we support people to live their best lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and person-centred support. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.