Seeking someone who is interested in cars, movies and is keen to explore other opportunities in the community, and can support this person in finding employment. This person is ready for the next phase in his life working on gaining independent skills that will enable him to move out of home, so we are looking for someone to support and help reach these goals.
Full time: 40 hours
Salary: $23.38 - $29.10 per hour
Location: Omaha, North of Auckland
In Choices of Community Living, we provide services for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities within their own homes and out into their community. We provide 1:1 support which consists of a range of hours between 6am to 9pm Monday to Sunday.
Responsibilities: Provide assistance with daily activities such as community participation, socializing, work or education, personal cares, and domestic chores.Responsible for reporting and administration.Skills & Experience: Empathy for the challenges of trying to build an ordinary life while living with a disability.Energy to keep up with someone who likes to be on the go a lot.Ability to remain calm, and calming, in all situations.Resilience to help people keep boundaries to ensure their safety.Good at explaining and negotiating.Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with family, colleagues, and the person you support.Ability and willingness to provide support and motivation with personal cares and daily living skills.The ideal candidate will have: An interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification - we can support you to achieve this while you work.Experience supporting people with disabilities, and/or mental health issues, and/or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable but not necessary.Reliability, commitment, and passion for working with people.A full New Zealand driver's licence.Able to pass a NZ police check.The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and email.If you're interested in supporting people to develop self-confidence and independence, and live their lives of choice, lives like any other, in their own communities, then we want to hear from you today!
Apply now if you have a passion for working with people and want to make a difference!
Spectrum Care is proudly an equal opportunity employer.
Reference: 34559
Posted on: 01 Nov 2024
Closes on: 01 Dec 2024 23:55
Location(s): Auckland, North Auckland, Central Auckland, West Auckland, South Auckland, East Auckland, Waiheke Island
Expertise: Community Support Worker
Work type(s): Full-time (40 hours)
Availability: All shifts, Day shifts, Afternoon shifts, Evening shifts, Overnight shifts, Saturday and Sunday shifts
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