Support Worker - Maungatapere (Behavioural Support)

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

Job summary

A leading disability support organization in Whangarei is seeking a Support Worker to help adults with intellectual disabilities enjoy life in their community. The role includes supporting individuals to lead safe and meaningful lives, assisting with daily routines, and fostering independence. Flexibility with shifts is essential. A positive attitude and strong communication skills are highly valued. This position offers competitive hourly rates and support for further qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Long service leave entitlements

Employee Assistance programme

Support for qualifications

Qualifications

• No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary.
• Able to work with challenging behaviours.
• Proficient in using computers and tablets.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Help individuals grow their independence.
• Assist with daily routines and life skills.
• Foster strong community connections.

Skills

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Strong communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

Ability to gain full NZ driver's license

Job description

Overview

Full time hours on a permanent roster. Must have flexible availability to work a variety of rostered shifts; mornings, evenings, overnight sleepovers, and regular weekend shifts. Male applicants only (due to client needs). $23.84-$29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• You will be supporting individuals with high and complex behavioural support needs to lead safe and meaningful lives in the community. No one is too disabled or "challenging" to be supported in taking an active role in their life. Your role involves helping the people we support to:
• recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm and react safely to this.
• 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 making positive choices about their lifestyle.
• have strong connections with their whānau and community.

What you will bring

• 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.
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts including days, evenings, and weekends.
• A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
• Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
• A Full NZ driver\'s license or ability to gain this within 6 months.

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 qualifications.
• 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.

About us

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 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 Ltd is 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 this diversity brings to our work.

How to Apply

The first step is to submit an online application by selecting the \"Apply\" button. As part of the application process you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV outlining your previous experience. We are unable to discuss your suitability for the role until we have received your application. If you have any questions about the application process or specific queries about the position, please use the contact details below to speak to recruitment.