Location: Porirua, Wellington Opportunities: Casual opportunities Shifts: Flexibility for rostered shifts required - including day, evening, sleepover and weekend shifts Are you interested in making a positive impact on people's lives? Join us in empowering people on their journey towards rehabilitation and reintegration into the community. Mo te tunga | About the role IDEA Services is contracted by Manatu Hauora - Ministry of Health to provide forensic rehabilitation services for people with high and complex needs. The people in this service have committed some sort of offence which has seen them go through the court system. We are supporting them through a rehabilitation plan that is created alongside external providers to help them reintegrate safely back into the community. As a Support Worker, you will work alongside people with intellectual disabilities to support them through their rehabilitation journey. The people in this service will have complex behavioural support needs. Dealing with challenging behaviour can be tough, but with the right approach, we can make a difference, promote positive behaviours, and create a supportive environment for people to thrive. In this role you will: Help to manage daily routines e.g. showering, getting dressed, taking medication, or eating a meal. Support people to make positive changes in their lives through learning new skills and having new experiences. Support people to recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm safely. Support people to develop supportive relationships with their whanau and community. Support people to engage or connect with their whakapapa. Encourage people to have a voice and be heard. Manage risk and maintain safety while supporting the rehabilitation of people with high and complex needs in compliance with IDCC&R Act 2003. Minimum Requirements: Previous experience supporting people with high and complex needs is preferred. Cultural competence and the ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals, being open-minded and non-judgmental in your approach. A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours. Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Physical fitness to provide physical support needs and participate in activities. A Full NZ driver's license or ability to gain this within 6 months. Nou te rourou | What's in it for you? $23.84 - $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications. IDEA Services will support you towards completion of the Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing qualifications. Generous long service leave entitlements plus insurance benefits after 2 years' service. 'Refer a friend' Bonus programme. FREE Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support. IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community. Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV. If you have any questions about the application process, please email The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seeks a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Applicants can direct enquiries about the position to: Kumkum Singh 078341609 Reference #: 29681 Posted on: 12 Aug 2024 Closes on: 11 Sep 2024 09:00 Location(s): Horowhenua / Kapiti / Mana Expertise: Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare Job level(s): Entry (no qualifications/experience), Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience #J-18808-Ljbffr