Support Worker - one-on-one care - Lower Hutt

• Support Worker - full time - one-on-one care - based in Lower Hutt

PLEASE NOTE: for this particular position only male candidates can be considered.

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our team in Lower Hutt. This is stimulating and meaningful work where you can be creative and make every day interesting in ways that are important to others.

The role is a full time one. The nature of the role ideally means it would be ideal if you are someone who has had caregiving experience of some kind in the past. However, if you have the necessary mixture of positivity, enthusiasm, patience and desire to make a real difference then we would welcome your application.

You will be working one-on-one with a male intellectually disabled client. Our client lives with a variety of challenges and so needs help with their physical and personal cares.

You do need to have a full NEW ZEALAND drivers' licence in order to be eligible to apply. This is because you will be out and about a lot (an IDEA Services vehicle is supplied).

You will also be responsible for overseeing physical exercise routines and managing dietary requirements.

In addition, you will be offering general assistance around personal cares relating to showering and dressing.

As a personality, you must be comfortable with working on your own. You will need to have a calm, supportive and patient demeanour and be willing to build a positive style of engagement with our client.

This is obviously not a standard caregiver type role. You will be active and out-and-about a lot and will enjoy a busy but rewarding working day.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the quality of life enjoyed by a single individual. You will be helping them to achieve their day-to-day goals, participate in daily activities and generally gain personal confidence - things that so many of us often take for granted.

The role of a Support Worker involves providing assistance to individuals in developing their independence and acquiring skills for daily living. This includes tasks like helping them with public transportation, employment, finances, and meal preparation. Depending on the specific work environment, Support Workers may also assist with individual needs such as shopping, cleaning, showering, and medication administration.



Nga pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring

• Ideally, some experience in the caregiving or general health sector. That said, people with the right attitude are welcome to apply.
• Be comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
• Possession of a full NEW ZEALAND driver's license.

Nou te rourou |at's What's in it for you?

• $23.15 - $28.25 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.

Mo matou | About us (IDEA Services)

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)

Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply

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 recruitment@ihc.org.nz.

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.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.