Support Worker - Leave Cover

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all New Zealanders 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 leave cover, Support Workers to help the people we support in our residential services located in New Plymouth.

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

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 is in it for you? - He aha kei roto mo koe:

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

What are we looking for? - He aha ta tatou e rapu ana:

• Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends
• Flexibility to work in different services within the New Plymouth region
• Prior experience supporting others with aspects of daily living, preferably those living with intellectual or physical disabilities
• Full driver's licence and confidence to safely transport passengers in our disability vans (training provided)

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.