Support Worker - Oamaru

IHC; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave entitlements

Insurance benefits

Refer a friend bonus

Employee Assistance programme

Job summary

IDEA Services in Oamaru is hiring a Support Worker to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling lives at home and in the community.

You will work varied rosters including mornings, evenings, sleepovers and weekends, with a compassionate, people-first approach and a full NZ driver's licence. Salary ranges from $24.68 to $30.13 per hour, with progression as you gain qualifications.

Qualifications

• A compassionate, people-first approach focusing on wellbeing and dignity.
• Relevant experience in health, disability, community or support services.
• Flexible with varied rosters including mornings, evenings, sleepovers and weekends.
• Strong communication with whānau and colleagues.
• Physically able to provide hands-on support.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and independence for people you assist.
• Help with health, wellbeing, interests and goals.
• Stay connected with whānau and community.
• Provide hands-on support and assist with physical tasks when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Physical fitness

Full NZ driver's licence

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

• Permenant role based in Oamaru, 65+ hours per fortnight
• Varied rosters including AM, PM, sleepover and weekend shifts
• $24.68 - $30.13 per hour based on relevant qualifications

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Support Worker, you will empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives at home and within their community. This role is deeply meaningful, allowing you to be creative and make each day engaging and significant for those you support. You’ll support people with daily routines, independence, health and wellbeing, interests and goals, while helping them stay connected with their whānau and community.

• A compassionate, people-first approach– you genuinely care about the wellbeing, dignity and individuality of the people you support.
• Relevant experience– previous experience in health, disability, community or support services, working with people with diverse needs.
• Flexibility and availability– comfortable working a varied roster including morning, evening, weekend and sleepover shifts.
• Strong communication skills– confident communicating clearly and respectfully with the people you support, whānau and colleagues.
• Physical fitness– able to provide hands-on support and assist with physical tasks when required.
• A full NZ drivers licence– with no supervisor conditions.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

• $24.68 - $30.13 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.
• FREEEmployee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

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)

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.