Support worker ISS
| Location | Horowhenua, Manawatu / Whanganui |
| Pay & Benefits | Rates: $23.97 - $29.68 |
| Listed | Tue 19 May, 4:50 pm |
| Type | Full time, Permanent |
| Reference | 39142 |
At NZCL, we are dedicated to supporting people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.
**Are you looking to make a real difference in your community?**
We are currently seeking empathetic and passionate Support Workers based in the Horowhenua region to join our community-based services – RIDSAS. This is a full-time role where you will provide dedicated care and support to individuals with disabilities who are involved in the criminal justice system.
In this role, you will also support rangatahi and tamariki to live as independently as possible within their communities. As part of a team, you will work rostered shifts providing 24/7 support, including personal care, community outings, social integration, and daily living support—helping people to live as independently as possible.
NZCL provides intensive rehabilitative support, helping people develop the skills they need to reach their full potential and actively participate in their communities.
**What does a Community Support Worker do?**
As a Support Worker, you will support people with complex needs and behaviours in a respectful, proactive, and person-centred way. You will focus on strengths, choice, and wellbeing, helping people feel safe, valued, and empowered in their daily lives.
You will:
- Provide consistent, compassionate support to people with diverse and complex needs
- Use Positive Behaviour Support approaches in your practice
- Take a proactive approach to reducing distress and improving quality of life
- Encourage independence, confidence, and personal growth
- Build strong, trusting relationships with the people you support
- Work closely with whanau, professionals, and your wider team
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment
This is a highly rewarding role that involves building positive relationships with people and their whanau, while working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to support individuals in achieving rehabilitative goals and fostering independence in a safe environment.
**What are we looking for?**
- Experience working in a challenging, fast-paced environment and the ability to work well within a team
- A genuine desire to support rangatahi and tamariki to learn new skills and achieve positive outcomes
- Previous experience supporting people with daily living, ideally those with intellectual or physical disabilities
- Experience working with children or youth (preferred)
- A high level of resilience and adaptability
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to connect well with others
- Energetic, passionate, and motivated to support people to achieve their goals and aspirations
- The ability to look beyond presenting barriers and create opportunities that support independence and wellbeing
- Full driver’s licence (essential)
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including overnight shifts and weekends
**What's in it for you?**
We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation. This is an opportunity to join New Zealand's largest community healthcare provider with the potential to gain experience in a variety of disciplines including aged care, disability, mental health and rehabilitation.
- Earn competitive pay rates between $23.97 up to $29.68 per hour
- Job security with Employee benefits, work phone, sick/annual leave, travel allowance and more.
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
- Bespoke training that is tailored to the needs of the rangatahi/ young person
- Clinical Supervision to support best practice
- Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.
- 'Refer a friend' Bonus.
- PB Tech discount when shopping online
- Access to Samsung products at discounted price
- Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
- Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
**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.
**Are you looking to make a real difference in your community?**
We are currently seeking empathetic and passionate Support Workers based in the Horowhenua region to join our community-based services – RIDSAS. This is a full-time role where you will provide dedicated care and support to individuals with disabilities who are involved in the criminal justice system.
In this role, you will also support rangatahi and tamariki to live as independently as possible within their communities. As part of a team, you will work rostered shifts providing 24/7 support, including personal care, community outings, social integration, and daily living support—helping people to live as independently as possible.
NZCL provides intensive rehabilitative support, helping people develop the skills they need to reach their full potential and actively participate in their communities.
**What does a Community Support Worker do?**
As a Support Worker, you will support people with complex needs and behaviours in a respectful, proactive, and person-centred way. You will focus on strengths, choice, and wellbeing, helping people feel safe, valued, and empowered in their daily lives.
You will:
- Provide consistent, compassionate support to people with diverse and complex needs
- Use Positive Behaviour Support approaches in your practice
- Take a proactive approach to reducing distress and improving quality of life
- Encourage independence, confidence, and personal growth
- Build strong, trusting relationships with the people you support
- Work closely with whanau, professionals, and your wider team
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment
This is a highly rewarding role that involves building positive relationships with people and their whanau, while working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to support individuals in achieving rehabilitative goals and fostering independence in a safe environment.
**What are we looking for?**
- Experience working in a challenging, fast-paced environment and the ability to work well within a team
- A genuine desire to support rangatahi and tamariki to learn new skills and achieve positive outcomes
- Previous experience supporting people with daily living, ideally those with intellectual or physical disabilities
- Experience working with children or youth (preferred)
- A high level of resilience and adaptability
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to connect well with others
- Energetic, passionate, and motivated to support people to achieve their goals and aspirations
- The ability to look beyond presenting barriers and create opportunities that support independence and wellbeing
- Full driver’s licence (essential)
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including overnight shifts and weekends
**What's in it for you?**
We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation. This is an opportunity to join New Zealand's largest community healthcare provider with the potential to gain experience in a variety of disciplines including aged care, disability, mental health and rehabilitation.
- Earn competitive pay rates between $23.97 up to $29.68 per hour
- Job security with Employee benefits, work phone, sick/annual leave, travel allowance and more.
- Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
- Bespoke training that is tailored to the needs of the rangatahi/ young person
- Clinical Supervision to support best practice
- Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.
- 'Refer a friend' Bonus.
- PB Tech discount when shopping online
- Access to Samsung products at discounted price
- Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
- Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
**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.
