Community Support Worker - casual

Your role will include supporting the clients to participate in meaningful activities in the community, support with daily house tasks, and assistance with personal hygiene. Further assisting in gaining and maintaining social, health, education, whanau and cultural reconnection.

Excellent communication and networking skills and the ability to build and sustain working relationships with clients, staff and external agencies is essential. Previous professional experience in the intellectual disability field will be an advantage.

Your days may vary, but will consist of:

Engaging with clients Setting and achieving individual personal goals Encouraging client participation in day to day life Supporting them with activities of daily living Ensuring support with medication and considering client needs Supporting clients with personal hygiene Activities within the community Supporting social and whanau connection Motivating clients to know they have purpose Ensuring client processes are accurately documented Most importantly supporting them to have fun and live fulfilling lives As we operate 24/7, hours of work will include day, evening, weekend and sleepover shifts.

Desired Skills and Experience Pact is looking for an enthusiastic and energetic person to work alongside people with an intellectual disability who will inspire, encourage, be a role model, plus have excellent interpersonal skills and a ‘can do’ attitude.

A full driver's licence and computer skills are essential. If on a work visa, this must be valid for at least twelve months If shortlisted, you must be available for an interview in Hokitika