Support Worker - Nelson

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

Job summary

A leading community service organization in Nelson, New Zealand, is seeking a full-time Support Worker. The role involves assisting people with intellectual disabilities in their daily routines and goals. Candidates should have a relevant health qualification, experience is preferred, and must be able to work flexible hours. Competitive hourly wage ranging from $23.84 to $29.10, with support for further qualifications.

Benefits

Generous long service leave

Insurance benefits after 2 years

Bonus for referring a friend

FREE Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant health qualification.
• Experience working with people with intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Availability for flexible rostered shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support people with intellectual disabilities in daily activities.
• Help manage routines like taking medication and meal preparation.
• Encourage independence and personal goals.

Skills

Relevant health qualification

Experience with intellectual disabilities

Flexible availability

Computer skills

Strong communication skills

Physical fitness

Full NZ driver's licence

Job description

Overview

Permanent full-time role, 65+ hours per fortnight. Rostered shifts with flexibility for day, evening, sleepover and alternate weekend shifts. Earn while you learn and gain nationally recognised 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.

We are looking for someone to join as a full time Support Worker in a Planned Leave Cover (PLC) role. Our PLC roles cover staff leave, so they do not have a fixed shift pattern and will work in different facilities across the Nelson area. Your fortnightly shift pattern will vary, but you are guaranteed at least 65 hours per fortnight. This role requires you to have availability to work a range of rostered shifts, including mornings, evenings, overnight sleepovers, and every second weekend.

• 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 make positive choices about their lifestyle
• have strong connections with their whānau and community

Your qualifications

What you will bring

• Must hold a relevant health qualification, and experience working with people with intellectual disabilities is preferred.
• Availability to work flexible rostered 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.
• Possession of a Full NZ driver's licence.

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.
• 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)

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.

Check out our website to learn more about us: Become a Support Worker (idea.org.nz)

How to Apply

Submit an online application by selecting the \'Apply\' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV. If you have any questions about the application process, please email [e-mail].

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 that diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.