Support Worker - Wellington (Part time)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave

Insurance benefits

Refer a friend

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

IDEA Services Wellington is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join the area team and provide high-quality care to individuals living with disabilities. You will help with daily living, independence, and wellbeing, with opportunities to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

No prior health and disability sector experience is required, as full training is provided. Flexible shifts, including weekends and sleepovers, are available, with competitive hourly rates and progression as you gain

Qualifications

• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleepover shifts.
• No prior experience in health and disability sector required; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Transport, employment, finances, and meal preparation tasks.
• Assist with shopping, cleaning, showering, and medication administration as needed.

Skills

Flexible shifts

Computers and tablets

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Drivers license

Job description

• Part time positions available across Wellington Central and Lower Hutt
• Earn while you learn, gain nationally recognised qualifications!
• Availability to work weekend and sleepover shifts required

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Are you a reliable and motivated individual who wants to make a real difference in people's lives?

We are seeking dedicated Support Workers to join our Wellington area team and provide high-quality care and support to individuals living with disabilties.As a Support Worker, you will be working closely with the people we support to assist in their daily living, independence, and wellbeing. Every day is different, and your support will have a meangingful impact on the lives of those you assist.

Daily tasks include transportation, employment, finances, and meal preparation. Depending on the specific work environment, Support Workers may also assist with individual needs such as shopping, cleaning, showering, and medication administration.

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, patience, 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.
• Possession of a Full NZ driver's license or willingness to work towards obtaining one.

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.

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.

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
Baileigh Sparkes
[e-mail]

Location(s) Wellington Central

Expertise Healthcare

Job level(s) Entry (no qualifications/experience), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience

Work type(s) Permanent part-time, Fixed term part-time