Support Worker - North Canterbury

New Zealand Health Group; Rangiora; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free NZQA Health & Wellbeing training

Employee Assistance program

Refer a friend bonus

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

New Zealand Health Group – Rangiora, South Island NZCL is seeking energetic and motivated people to support individuals with disabilities in their own homes across North Canterbury. This part-time role is 15 hours per fortnight across Monday–Friday, with potential additional shifts to cover staff leave.

Applicants must be willing and able to work regularly in Rangiora and Kaiapoi in clients' homes. The role is ideal for students or those seeking extra hours while making a meaningful impact in

Qualifications

• Full driver's license is essential.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities.
• Able to work regularly in Rangiora and Kaiapoi in clients' homes.
• Willing to work regular shifts and maintain a positive, respectful approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to people with disabilities in daily activities and community participation.
• Assist with personal cares, meals, household tasks, and life skills development.
• Support clients to attend activities such as swimming and social events.

Job description

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New Zealand Health Group – Rangiora, South Island

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.

You will be part of a team who will provide a safe environment where people can develop confidence and new skills, build friendships with peers and interact with others in the community. Our teams are our greatest asset, and we are committed to employing and training the best people. NZCL is looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home.

We are looking for permanent Support Workers for our North Canterbury region. This is a part-time role with 15 hours per fortnight across Monday-Friday, with the potential to work additional shifts to cover staff leave.Applicants must be willing and able to work regularly in Rangiora and Kaiapoi in our clients own homes. The shifts are short in duration, perfect for students wanting to gain experience in this industry, or individuals looking for extra hours while making a meaningful impact in the community!

What does a Support Worker do?|He aha te mahi a te Kaimahi Tautoko

This is a busy and diverse role, supporting people with various aspects of daily life and to do the things they want to do such as going swimming, personal cares, support with meals, household management tasks and teaching life skills. - The list is endless!

What do you get? | He aha te whiwhi

• Earn competitive pay rates between $23.97 up to $29.68 per hour
• Variety of part-time shifts across Monday-Friday - perfect for maintaining a worklife balance
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support
• 'Refer a friend' Bonus.

Who are we looking for?|Ko wai ta tatou e rapu ana

• People who are passionate about helping others, are kind and understanding
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenges behaviours.
• Full driver's license is essential.
• Applicants must be willing and able to work regularly in Rangiora and Kaiapoi.
• Somebody who has the initiative to push people for their goals, is energetic, outgoing, and can think outside the box. You need to be respectful of others thinking, and their way of living life that may be different to your own.

Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.

If you are passionate about supporting people, then maybe there is a role for you here.