Disability Support Worker

At Ranfurly Care Society, we aim to create a safe and supportive community where people with intellectual disabilities grow, thrive and live fulfilling lives through our residential homes and Activity Centre.

About the Role

We are looking for a confident support worker who leads with initiative to work with people with Intellectual Disabilities and Learning Difficulties in a residential setting. The position involves a mixture of disciplines, including supporting people with intellectual and physical disabilities to fulfil life skills, personal cares, behaviour support and comprehensive report writing and care planning. This is a 32 hour per week, full-time position, with the opportunity to cover additional shifts when required.

About you:

*Sense of humour, fun, energetic.

*Be able to complete comprehensive report writing and observational note-taking.

*Must have initiative, exceptional social skills, and ability to relate to others.

*Must adapt to change and think holistically.

*Must be flexible with time and changing shifts in a 24/7 environment. Must work one weekend day per week.

*Must have great organisational skills and have a calm disposition.

*Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

*Must have minimum level 4 in Community Health Care and Support, Health and Wellbeing or relevant/ equivalent certificates or above in Health Support Assistants/Carers qualification.

*Must have at least 1 years experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities

Shifts are based on a 24/7 roster.

Job Type: Full time, 32 hours per week.

Remuneration: $28.25 (Minimum) to $35.00 (Maximum)

This role is based in three sites in Epsom, Auckland. Please refer to the job description for details.

What your tasks will be

• Supporting residents with their daily routines such as meals, personal hygiene and household tasks.
• Administering medication.
• Working as a key-person with residents, helping them reach their goals.
• Comprehensive report writing and observational note taking.
• Attending community events
• Maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for our residents.
• Supporting residents with their living skills programme.

What we’re looking for

• Someone with a sense of humour and who is fun and energetic.
• Must have initiative, and good socials skills with the ability to relate to others.
• Must be flexible with time.
• Must have great organizational skills and have a calm disposition.
• Must be willing to upskill and acquire relevant work-based qualification and attend all training needs.
• Must have relevant experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
• A minimum Level 4 Certificate is a must.

Pay: $28.25 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Certificates 1 - 6 (Preferred)

Experience:

• caring for people with intellectual disability: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person