Support Worker - Horowhenua/Kapiti/Mana (Part Time)

About the role

IDEA Services, which supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes, is hiring a part-time Support Worker for its Horowhenua/Kapiti/Mana area. The role covers daytime, evening, overnight and weekend shifts, and offers the chance to earn while learning nationally recognised qualifications.

Key responsibilities

• Help individuals develop their independence and acquire daily living skills
• Provide support for tasks such as transportation, employment, finances, meal preparation, shopping, cleaning, showering and medication administration, depending on each person's ability
• Work flexible shifts including weekends and sleepovers

Required profile

• No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary; full training and orientation is provided
• Strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker and a positive attitude
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleepovers
• Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support
• Full New Zealand driver's licence
• 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

What we offer

• Pay of $24.68 to $30.13 per hour depending on qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain them
• Support from IDEA Services towards Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing
• Generous long service leave and insurance benefits after 2 years' service
• 'Refer a friend' bonus programme and a free Employee Assistance programme

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