Support Worker - Christchurch

• Permenant role, 65+ hours per fortnight
• Varied roster including AM, PM, sleepover and weekend shifts
• $24.68 - $30.13 per hour based on relevant qualifications

Make a real difference by supporting people with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling lives!

About the role | Mō te tūnga

You’ll support people with daily routines, independence, health and wellbeing, interests and goals, while helping them stay connected with their whānau and community. You’ll also play an important role in supporting individuals with behavioural needs, helping them manage overwhelming emotions, promote safety, and encourage positive behaviours.

As a Planned Leave Cover (PLC) Support Worker, you’ll enjoy variety and the opportunity to build a broad range of skills, working across different facilities to cover staff leave. While your roster and location will vary, you’ll have guaranteed hours each fortnight.

What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu

• A compassionate, people-first approach – you genuinely care about the wellbeing, dignity and individuality of the people you support.
• Relevant experience – previous experience in health, disability, community or support services, working with people with diverse needs.
• Behavioural support experience – experience supporting people with challenging behaviours is advantageous, with the ability to remain calm, patient and positive.
• Flexibility and availability – comfortable working a varied roster including morning, evening, weekend and sleepover shifts.
• Strong communication skills – confident communicating clearly and respectfully with the people you support, whānau and colleagues.
• Physical fitness – able to provide hands-on support and assist with physical tasks when required.
• A full NZ drivers licence – with no supervisor conditions.

What's in it for you? | Nōu te rourou

• $24.68 - $30.13 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.

About us | Mō mātou

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.

Check out our website to learn more about us: Become a Support Worker (idea.org.nz)

How to Apply  | Me pēhea te tuku tono

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 [email protected].

The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek 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.