Part-Time Support Worker - Hutt Valley

About the role

IDEA Services, New Zealand's largest provider of services to adults with intellectual disabilities, is hiring a part-time Support Worker in the Hutt Valley. You will work alongside people with intellectual disabilities to help them achieve their goals, build confidence and strengthen their independence. Depending on the service, you may support daily living activities, community participation, personal care, medication administration, household tasks and mobility assistance.

The position offers a variety of shifts across weekdays, evenings, weekends and sleepovers, with stable shift patterns.

Required profile

• Prior experience in the health and disability sector is preferred but not required; full training and orientation is provided to enthusiastic applicants.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleepover shifts.
• Experience working with behaviours that challenge and de-escalating situations.
• Full NZ driver's licence.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Required skills

• Proficiency with computers and tablets on a daily basis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.

What we offer

• Pay of $24.68 - $30.13 per hour, with earnings increasing through qualifications.
• Supported progression through Levels 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications while earning.
• Long-service leave entitlements and insurance benefits after two years' service.
• Rewards through the Refer-a-Friend programme.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.

To apply, submit an online application and provide an up-to-date CV as part of the selection process.