Support Worker - Blenheim
IHC New Zealand
What the role involves
- Supporting daily living
- Encouraging independence
- Promoting community participation
What they ask for
Based locally in Blenheim; availability for varied shifts including sleepovers and one weekend per fortnight; computer and tablet proficiency; Full NZ driver's license; legal right to work in New Zealand
- Professional licence or registration
- Driver licence
About the job
- Permenant full time - 65+ hours per fortnight
- Rosters include AM, PM and sleepover shifts, and working one weekend every fortnight
- $24.68 - $30.13 per hour, based on relevant qualifications
About the role | Mō te tūnga
As a Support Worker, you will empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives at home and within their community. Working as part of our Planned Leave Cover (PLC) team, you'll provide support across multiple homes with guaranteed hours and a varied roster to cover staff leave. Applicants must be based locally in Blenheim.
In This Role, You'll
- Support daily living, personal care and household tasks.
- Encourage independence, choice and community participation.
- Help people achieve their goals and enjoy meaningful activities.
- Build positive relationships and promote health and wellbeing.
What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu
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 and a willingness to learn.
- A genuine interest in supporting people with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling, meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals.
- Availability to work a range of shifts, including sleepovers and one weekend per fortnight.
- Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
- A Full NZ driver's license.
What's in it for you? | Nōu 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.
- FREE Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.
About us | Mō mātou
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.
Check out our website to learn more about us: Become a Support Worker (idea.org.nz)
How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruitment@ihc.org.nz.
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.