[ref. u52930321] Support Worker - Wake Over Night Shift

PSEC is one of the largest providers of social and health services in New Zealand. Our East Coast team is made up of over 220 staff and 100 volunteers across our services, which include Enliven and Family Works, and two charity shops.

Enliven Disability Services work alongside young people under 65 living with a disability. We are passionate about supporting disabled people on their journey to imagine, create and live a full life. You will be part of a team working to make a difference in your local community.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Support Workers to join our disability support services team to be on the Wake Over Night Support, from 11:00 pm to 07:00 am.

You will need to be passionate about Disability Support and preferably have experience in the sector and have a certificate or diploma in Health and Well-being or be will to work towards this. We will support you in this space. You will need to commit to familiarising yourself to the New Zealand Disability Strategy and the Enabling Good Lives Principles, which underpin and predicate our practise at Enliven Disability.

You will provide nighttime support to our flatters in their home and comply with tasks that need to be done before the Morning Shift arrive. If needed, you need to be prepared to provide personal care and be willing to participate in further training and education sessions to upskill, which we are passionate about.

• Hours are 11.00pm to 7:00am
• Salary Between $24.05 and $29.15 per hours depending on Qualification + $15 Night per shift allowance.

• Deliver support in line with each person's individualised care plan.
• Will be trained to use a hoist safely and effectively.
• Support with personal care and administration of medicine.
• Be able to travel for out-of-town meetings or activities.
• Complete household tasks including cleaning and cooking.
• Keep accurate records of the support provided.
• Support to maintain a safe, clean and functional home environment.
• Knowledge and experience desirable but not essential, training will be given.

Successful applicants must be patient, have a passion to support people with disabilities, a desire to see people reach their potential and an ability to see each person as an individual, with unique needs and abilities. You will need to be a team player and a willingness to develop further in the role by working towards a Level 4 in Health and Wellbeing.

At Enliven, we value our staff, we understand that people want an opportunity to grow and develop in their careers. Our work environment is supportive, with access to an extensive range of training programmes. Staff eligible for health insurance after 6 months and annual wellness day.

While you work for us, we can provide you with opportunities to gain a recognised NZQA qualification at no cost. We are committed to continuous learning and supporting a career pathway with opportunities within our organisation, and the wider disability sector.

As a Support Worker, you will become part of the PSEC team, leading social change with courage and care.

How to apply: For more information contact Kai Jugo on email kai.jugo@psec.org.nz

Only candidates who reside and have full rights to work in New Zealand will be considered.