apartmentMash TrustplaceNew Zealand
As a Disability Support Worker, you will be supporting clients by maintaining a high quality of life, a quality home environment, and encouraging full participation in all aspects of community daily life. MASH Trust supports people in their own homes, within MASH homes and in the community. With ove...
thumb_up_altRecommended

Support Worker

apartmentNew Zealand Careers LimitedplaceNelson
Providing emotional support by taking to clients about their needs and listening to their concerns. ...
local_fire_departmentUrgent

Kitchen Hand

apartmentMelody&robin ltdplaceNew Zealand
Your main role is to assist kitchen and service staff in preparing and serving food and cleaning food preparation and service areas. Based on the health and safety requirements, cleaning cooking and general utensils used in kitchens. ...
business_centerHigh salary

Team Leader - Nelson

apartmentHealthcare of New ZealandplaceNelson
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. We are looking for an energetic...
electric_boltImmediate start

Community Support Worker

apartmentNew Zealand Frost Fans LimitedplaceNelson
CCS Disability Action Canterbury West Coast Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development) Community Support Worker – Nelson and MotuekaJoin us and help create a more inclusive Aotearoa. Our vision is that every disabled person...
Get new jobs by email!
Get email updates for the latest Disability Support jobs in Nelson
It's free, and you can cancel email updates at any time

Support Worker

Nelson | www.trademe.co.nz |
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 is looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home.

We are looking for full-time Support Workers to help the people we support in our residential services located in Nelson.

What does a Support Worker do? - He aha te mahi a te Kaimahi Tautoko

This is a busy and diverse role, supporting people with various aspects of daily life and to do the things they want to do such as going swimming, personal cares, support with meals, household management tasks and teaching life skills. - The list is endless! Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 support with the potential of additional sleepover payments included in some rosters.

What do you get? - He aha te whiwhi:

 •  Earn competitive pay rates between $23.38 up to $29.10 per hour
 •  PB Tech discount when shopping online
 •  Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
 •  Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
 •  Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
 •  Employee Assistance Program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

Who are we looking for?- Ko wai ta tatou e rapu ana:

 •  People who are passionate about helping others, are kind and understanding
 •  Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenges behaviours
 •  Full driver's licence is essential
 •  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
 •  Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends

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.

To read a copy of our job description and apply - visit our website by pressing the apply now button.