Support Worker — Meaningful Care, Weekend Shifts & Growth

IHC New Zealand; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $24.68–$30.13/hr

Certificate/qualification support

Long service leave

Refer a friend bonus

Employee Assistance program

Job summary

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and participate in their communities. As a Support Worker you will assist clients with complex needs, manage risk, ensure safety and provide individual care.

You should have a calm nature, strong written and verbal communication, be able to work flexible shifts including weekends, and be comfortable using computers or tablets. A full NZ driver's licence is required.

Qualifications

• Caregiving or personal care experience preferred.
• Calm nature with ability to manage challenging behaviours.
• Flexible shifts including weekends.
• Comfortable using computers and tablets daily.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness for necessary support.
• Full NZ driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with complex needs and manage risk.
• Ensure safety and provide individualized care.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Calm demeanor

Weekend availability

Computer/tablet proficiency

Strong communication

Physical fitness

NZ driver's license

Job description

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and participate in their communities. As a Support Worker you will assist clients with complex needs, manage risk, ensure safety and provide individual care.

You should have a calm nature, strong written and verbal communication, be able to work flexible shifts including weekends, and be comfortable using computers or tablets. A full NZ driver's licence is required.