Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)Full timeAvailability for AM and PM shifts required (No sleepovers)Availability for weekend shifts requiredMale applicants only (due to client needs)Mo te tunga | About the roleAs a Support Worker, you will be supporting people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives at home and as part of their community. This is meaningful work where you can be creative and make every day interesting in ways that are important to others.You will be supporting individuals with high and complex behavioural support needs to lead safe and meaningful lives in the community. No one is too disabled or "challenging" to be supported in taking an active role in their life. Your role involves helping the people we support to:Recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm and react safely to this.Grow their independence and learn skills for daily living such as using public transport, getting a job, cooking a meal.Manage their daily routines - shower, get dressed, take medication or eat a meal.Pursue their goals, interests, and hobbies.Stay healthy and make positive choices about their lifestyle.Have strong connections with their whanau and community.Minimum Requirements:No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary, but a strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker with a positive attitude is highly valued.Flexibility to work rostered shifts including days, evenings, and weekends.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 necessary physical support.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 utter 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 ApplyThe first step is to submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the application process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV outlining your previous experience. We are unable to discuss your suitability for the role until we have received your application. If you have any questions about the application process or specific queries about the position, please use the contact details below to speak to recruitment.
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