Whānau Support Worker - Rotorua

HealthCare NZ; Rotorua; Ibrido; NZD 33.000 - 41.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free NZQA health & wellbeing training

Employee benefits

Refer a friend bonus

Employee Assistance programme

Descrizione del lavoro

NZCL is seeking part-time Support Workers in Rotorua to assist people with disabilities in their homes and community. The role offers 8 guaranteed hours per week with a mix of morning and afternoon shifts, plus potential temporary cover for three months from late November.

You will support clients to pursue personal goals through activities like swimming, events, crafts, and outings, while ensuring safety and wellbeing.

Competenze

• Empathy and respect for others.
• Willingness to support diverse backgrounds.
• Energetic and outgoing personality.
• Full driver’s license and own vehicle required.

Mansioni

• Support people in their home and community to live fulfilling lives.
• Assist with activities such as swimming, sports, arts and crafts, movies, and shopping.
• Provide training opportunities and help clients achieve personal goals.

Conoscenze

Empathy

Communication

Energetic

Cultural awareness

Descrizione del lavoro

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 Rotorua for our Whānau Support Services. This position has 8 guaranteed hours of work per week, with a mix of morning and afternoon shifts across weekdays. There is also an opportunity to provide temporary additional cover for a three-month period commencing at the end of November.

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.
• 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 # 41782

Closes on 03 Dec 2026 12:00

Location(s) Rotorua branch area

Expertise Children & Youth Care, Disability Support, Home & Community Support, Rehabilitation, Support Worker, Respite Care, Mental Health