Support Workers - Live Life Disability Support (Wairau) April to June 2025

New Zealand Government; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government health organization, Health New Zealand, is seeking Support Workers for Live Life Disability Support in Blenheim. Roles are available both part-time and full-time to provide vital support to individuals with disabilities in the community. With a focus on personal care and engagement in community activities, this position promises to impact positively on the lives of those served while offering a supportive environment for staff.

Qualifications

• Must have a full NZ Driver's License.
• Eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa.
• Commitment to declaring any criminal convictions.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with personal care and household jobs.
• Support individuals in community activities and appointments.
• Work flexible shifts including weekends and nights.

Skills

Personal Care

Community Support

Teamwork

Job description

Support Workers - Live Life Disability Support (Wairau) April to June 2025 at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough, Marlborough Community

Support Workers - Live Life Disability Support (Wairau) April to June 2025

• Permanent - full-time and part-time, Fixed term and Casual opportunities

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will be helping people to join in community activities and events, drive people to appointments and catch-ups, as well as supporting people with their personal care and household jobs. Knowing you're making a positive impact in someone's life can truly have the same effect on your own.

We have a variety of positions available working a range of shifts and hours including weekends.

• Your hourly rate will be $25.37 to $31.13 an hour, dependent upon your qualifications as recognized under the Care and Support Workers (Pay Equity) Settlement Act 2017.
• Sleepovers (10.00 PM to 7.00 AM) are paid at the adult minimum wage rate.

If you're looking for a role that benefits you as well as those you'll be around each day, this is it.

You can work in the way that works best for you - whether that's full-time or part-time, or morning, afternoon/evening, overnight or casual shifts. You'll be supported to achieve your Levels 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing Certificate.

About the Team/Service/Location

Live Life Disability Support (LLDS) provides support to people who have disabilities to live great lives in the Nelson Marlborough community.

We support people to manage their day-to-day lives in ways and at times that work for them. The people we support have a wide range of abilities, gifts, and challenges. We actively encourage people to pursue their dreams and try out new experiences, and no two days working at Live Life DSS are ever the same.

Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau, and we are spread across the region, servicing all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and work hard to make a difference.

We value integrity, innovation, respect, and teamwork.

Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is known for its temperate climate, award-winning wineries, stunning scenery, and outdoor pursuits - all within minutes of the town centre. For more information on the Marlborough region, visit https://marlboroughnz.com/

About You

Applicants must have a full NZ Driver's License and be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Appointment and ongoing employment will be conditional upon criminal record/police checks - you must declare any convictions and/or pending charges on your application form. This will include checks under the Children Act 2014.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Please click Apply Now to complete our online application form and include an updated CV and cover letter explaining your interest in this position. You will be asked to indicate your availability and shifts/hours preferences on your application form.

Applications via email will not be considered.

Applications close: 30th June 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough

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