Support Worker
About this job
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of others? A local employer is seeking compassionate, reliable, and community-minded individuals to join a dedicated team supporting people with disabilities to live independently and meaningfully.
About the Role: As a Support Worker you will be responsible for assisting individuals to gain as much independence as possible. There are roles available in both Residential Support Services Team and Supported Independent Living Services Team.
Daily Tasks can include: -Supporting daily living activities (e.g., cooking, personal care, medication) -Promoting community involvement and social interaction -Encouraging personal development and goal achievement
For this role, you will need to: - Ideally have a Level 3 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing but this is not essential, as you will be supported to gain this qualification while you work. - Be a good communicator, patient and calm - Have sound written and verbal communication skills - Be able to work day shifts across the week and/or on a roster which includes sleepovers - Full New Zealand Driver Licence - Be competent to drive a range of company vehicles including mobility vans
If you have lived or work experience or you are passionate about entering the field - please send an email to tanya.brown035@msd.govt.nz with your CV and a short paragraph detailing your relevant experience or why you want to do this kind of work
Job Requirements
- Full class 1 Drivers License and reliable transport - Certificate in health and wellbeing (preferred) - Available to work rostered shifts - Police vetting required
- Days of work
- Rostered Shifts (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $23.50 to $29.10 (dependent on your qualifications)
- Job Category
- Welfare Support Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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