Weekend Community Support Worker

New Zealand Health Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free training NZQA

Employee benefits

Travel allowance

Work phone

EAP service

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

NZCL in Auckland is seeking energetic and motivated people to support individuals with disabilities in their own homes and communities. You will help clients live fulfilling lives, build confidence, and achieve personal goals through daily activities and outings.

The role is part-time, requires weekend work (Saturday and Sunday), a full driver’s license, and a compassionate, respectful approach to diverse backgrounds. NZ Resident or valid NZ work permit is required.

Responsibilities

• Support people in their home and community to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, helping them achieve personal dreams and goals.
• Assist with activities such as swimming, attending sporting events, arts and crafts, movies, and shopping.

Job description

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all New Zealanders 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 team is looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home.

We are looking for part time Support Workers in the Auckland for our Whānau Support Services. This role requires you to work on both Saturday & Sunday.

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

You will support people in their home and community to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives to achieve their personal dreams and goals by doing the things they want to do such as going swimming, attending sporting events, arts and crafts, movies, or shopping - 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.
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing.
• Job security with Employee benefits, sick/annual leave and more.
• Travel Allowanceand work phone.
• Employee Assistance programme 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 working with youth.
• Full driver's license and owning your own vehicle is essential.
• A desire to support people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes.
• 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.

Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.

Reference # 41157

Location(s) Albany office

Expertise Children & Youth Care, Disability Support, Home & Community Support

Job level(s) 1 - 3 years of experience, 3 - 5 years of experience, 5 - 7 years of experience, 7 + years of experience