Support Worker - Wellington (Part time)

IHC; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 34,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Training and orientation

Long service leave

Refer a friend bonus

Employee Assistance programme

Job summary

IHC is seeking dedicated Support Workers in the Wellington area to provide high-quality care and support for individuals living with disabilities. You will assist with daily living, independence and wellbeing, with tasks including transportation, finances and meal preparation.

Training is provided for those new to the health and disability sector. Roles are part-time across Wellington Central and Lower Hutt, with flexible shifts including weekends and sleepovers.

Qualifications

• No prior health/disability sector experience required; willingness to learn is valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using computers and tablets daily.
• Possession of a Full NZ driver's license or working toward one.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living, independence and wellbeing.
• Provide transportation, support with finances, meals, and employment.
• Assist with shopping, cleaning, showering and medication administration as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Physical fitness

NZ driver's 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

About the role |Mō te ūunga

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.

What's in it for you? | Nńu te rourou

• $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.

Location(s) Wellington Central

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

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