Support Worker – Community Support for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

About the role

As a Support Worker you will empower adults with intellectual disabilities to build confidence, develop independence and achieve personal goals. You will work across Horowhenua, Kapiti and Mana, providing 24/7 community support that makes a real difference each day.

Key responsibilities

• Assist clients in learning new skills, connecting with their community and pursuing employment or personal interests.
• Provide physical support and assistance with daily activities as needed.
• Use computers and tablets to record support plans and communicate with the team.
• Adapt to a variety of shift patterns, including daytime, evening, overnight and weekend hours.

Required profile

• Strong desire to work in the disability sector with a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and complete full training and orientation.
• Physical fitness to provide necessary support.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and ability to travel between service locations.

Required skills

• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with tablets.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rates ranging from $24.68 to $30.13.
• Funded training and nationally recognised qualifications.
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.
• Long service leave, insurance benefits and employee assistance programme.
• Referral bonuses for bringing great people into the team.