Support Worker - Counties

About the role

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and take part in their communities. As a Support Worker in the Counties area (Takanini, Papakura, Pukekohe, Waiuku), you help people lead fulfilling lives at home and in the community. Full-time and part-time positions are available, and you must be able to work a variety of rostered shifts, including mornings, evenings, overnight sleepovers and regular weekend shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Help people build daily living skills, such as catching public transport and cooking their own meals
• Assist with personal care routines such as showering, getting dressed and taking medication
• Encourage and support people to pursue their interests, hobbies and personal goals
• Support healthy choices and overall wellbeing
• Provide calm, consistent support for behaviour management, ensuring dignity, safety and respect
• Support and strengthen relationships with whānau, colleagues and the wider community

Required profile

• Experience in the health and disability sector is preferred, but applicants with a genuine desire to build a career as a Support Worker are welcome
• Availability to work rostered shifts, including mornings, evenings, overnight sleepovers and weekends
• Willingness to support people with complex or challenging behaviours using positive, respectful approaches (training provided)
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including hands-on support when needed
• Full, clean New Zealand driver's licence

Required skills

• Comfortable using computers and tablets for daily tasks such as recording notes and communication
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships

What we offer

• $24.68 - $30.13 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with opportunities to earn more as you gain further qualifications
• Support to complete Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing
• Long service leave entitlements and insurance benefits after two years' service
• 'Refer a Friend' bonus programme
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with confidential health and wellbeing support

To apply, submit an online application through the 'Apply' button on the job listing, including an up-to-date CV. Suitability cannot be discussed until the application has been received.