Residential Support Worker - Nelson (Part-time)
At NZCL, we are dedicated to support disabled people in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.
You will be part of a team who will provide a safe environment where people can develop confidence and new skills, build friendships with peers and interact with others in the community. Our teams are our greatest asset, and we are committed to employing and training the best people.NZCL are looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home.
We are looking for part-time Support Workers to help the people we support in our Nelson Residential Services. This is a 24/7 roster Monday to Sunday which includes working overnight and weekends. This will suit people who are looking for flexibility and more regular longer shifts in one place.
What does a Support Worker do?
In Residential Disability our Support Workers assist people who access our services to live as independently as possible in their community. Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 cover with responsibilities including aiding with personal care, community outings and integration, and other aspects of daily living - enabling our people to be as independent as possible.
What's in it for you?- Earn competitive pay rates between $23.50 up to $29.10 per hour
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
- Variety of shifts
- Employee benefits, sick leave and more
- Employee Assistance Programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support
- A desire to support our people to learn new skills and achieve outcomes
- Prior experience is not essential as full training is provided
- Full driver's licence and confidence to safely transport passengers in our disability vans (training provided)
- Flexibility to work rostered overnight shifts and rostered weekend shifts
Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.
Kei te Hauora Hauora, e hiahia ana matou ki te hanga i tetahi waahi mahi e whakatairanga ana, e whakanui ana i nga rereketanga, me te whakaatu i nga hapori e mahi ana tatou. 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 NZCommunity Living!
Applicants must hold NZ Citizenship/Residency or a valid NZ open work permit.
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