Support Worker - New Plymouth

IHC New Zealand; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave

Insurance perks

Refer a Friend Programme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

IHC New Zealand is seeking a friendly Support Worker to help people live independent lives across our 24/7 services. You’ll assist with daily tasks, promote wellbeing, and support individuals to reach personal goals in a safe, respectful environment.

Full training is provided; no prior health sector experience required. Flexible shifts, including weekends, and a supportive team will help you grow your career in social care.

Qualifications

• No prior experience in health sector required, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Full training and orientation will be provided to all entrants.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overnights.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks such as meal prep, shopping, and transport.
• Support independence and help clients build confidence.
• Ensure safety and respond effectively in challenging situations.

Skills

Flexible shifts

Excellent communication

Computer literacy

Physical fitness

Full NZ driver's license

Job description

• Discover a career with purpose, backed by real opportunities for professional growth and advancement!
• Learn, develop, and achieve recognised qualifications

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Are you a people person who thrives on variety, enjoys new challenges, and wants a career with purpose? As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping people live fulfilling, independent lives while working across our 24/7 services, including daytime, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

More than providing support, you'll play an important role in helping people build confidence, develop independence, and live life on their own terms. Every day brings opportunities to encourage growth, celebrate achievements, overcome challenges, and support individuals to reach goals that matter to them.

This is a hands‑on role that requires physical fitness, resilience, sound judgement, and the confidence to manage risk and respond effectively in challenging situations. Daily tasks in this role could include meal preparation, shopping, household tasks, personal care, transportation, or medication administration.

Check out our website to learn more: Become a Support Worker

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | 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.

• Availability to work flexible 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.
• Full NZ driver's license is required

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay of $24.68 - $30.13 per hour, with the opportunity to earn more as you develop your qualifications.
• Get paid while building your career, with supported pathways to Levels 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications.
• Benefit from long service leave, insurance perks, and recognition for your commitment.
• Earn extra rewards through our Refer a Friend Programme.
• Prioritise your wellbeing with free 24/7 access to professional health and wellbeing support.

Mō mātou | 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.

IDEA Services Ltdis 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 such diversity brings to our work.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.