Whanau Support worker
At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all New Zealanders deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.
We are committed to enabling good lives for all, with a strong focus on self-determination, early intervention, and person-centred support.
We are looking for a part time Support Worker in Lower Hutt, to provide support for Rangitahi and Tamariki and the family, fostering their self-determination and empowering them to lead a valued life on their own terms.
The hours for this role will start at 10 per week with the opportunity to increase these hours over time.
We prefer someone who can work the following roster Wednesday 1-5pm Sunday 9.30-12.30pm
**What does a Support Worker do?** **|** **He aha te mahi a te Kaimahi Tautoko**
As a support worker, your primary role is to facilitate the family's journey toward a valued life of their choosing. You will actively engage with them in a hands-on capacity and collaborate closely with them.
Your tasks will encompass a range of activities including grocery shopping, meal planning, preparation and cooking, laundry, light cleaning, and household support. As a support worker, your goal is to provide assistance, so they are able to maintain their active participation in daily living, both at home and in the community. Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Invest in creating a supportive environment for the family, focusing on their aspirations and independence rather than waiting for a crisis to arise.
- Support tamariki or rangitahi to go to school or access education.
- Observe and respond to health concerns or support the overall health and wellbeing of the young person
- Support rangitahi/young people to work towards and attain their goals and improve outcomes.
- Tailor supports to the family's unique needs and goals, adopting a holistic approach that encompasses all aspects of their life.
- Provide simple, flexible supports that the family can readily use to enhance their life.
- Earn competitive pay rates between $23.97 up to $29.68 per hour.
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing.
- Job security with Employee benefits, work phone, sick/annual leave and more.
- 'Refer a friend' Bonus.
- PB Tech discount when shopping online
- Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
- Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
- Access to Samsung products at discounted price
- Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support
- People who are passionate about helping others, are kind and understanding.
- A desire to support our rangitahi / young people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes.
- Prior experience supporting others with aspects of daily living, preferably those living with intellectual or physical disabilities
- Full driver's license and owning your own vehicle is essential.
- A desire to support people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes.
- Somebody who has the initiative to push people for their goals, is energetic, outgoing, and can think outside the box. You need to be respectful of others thinking, and their way of living life that may be different to your own.
**Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.**
*If you are passionate about supporting people, then maybe there is a role for you here. Send your request to NZCL.*
*Mena he tangata ngakaunui ana koe ki te tautoko i nga momo tangata, tena pea, kei konei he turanga mou. Tukua mai to tono ki NZCL*.
Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.