Support Worker - Behavioural Support, Whanganui

About the role

IDEA Services, which supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live independently in their own homes, is seeking Support Workers in Whanganui to assist people with complex behavioural and medical needs. The role helps manage overwhelming emotions and health-related challenges, promotes safety and positive behaviour, and supports people in developing independence and daily living skills.

Key responsibilities

• Work a range of daytime, evening, overnight and weekend shifts, depending on individual ability
• Provide assistance with tasks such as transportation, employment, finances, meal preparation, shopping, cleaning, showering and medication administration
• Help individuals develop independence and acquire daily living skills

Required profile

• No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary; full training and orientation is provided to enthusiastic learners
• Ability to navigate behaviours that can challenge
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and wakeover shifts
• Full New Zealand driver's licence
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand

Required skills

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

What we offer

• $24.68 - $30.13 per hour depending on qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain them
• Support towards completing Level 2, 3 and 4 certificates in Health and Wellbeing
• Long service leave and insurance benefits after 2 years' service
• 'Refer a friend' bonus programme
• Free employee assistance programme for health and wellbeing support

To apply, submit an online application through the organisation's careers site and provide an up-to-date CV as part of the selection process.