Support Worker - Team Leader

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.

We are looking for an energetic and motivated Team Leader for our residential houses in Nelson.

You will lead a team in supporting people to live as independently as possible. You will support people to plan and work towards their goals, making sure the person is at the centre of everything you do and that they live a rich and fulfilling life.

There will be a mixture of morning, afternoon and evening shifts spanning across the week, so having the flexibility to support your team across a variety of shifts is a key part of this role.

What does the role involve - He aha te mahi a te mahi?

A Team Leader assists people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, while also leading and motivating their team.

Your day will involve a range of responsibilities and could include:

• Activities at home and in the community that are meaningful and purposeful to the people, including maximising independence and involving whanau
• Household duties including meal preparation, daily care routines and personal cares
• Working together with a team to implement personal support plans consistently, with effective and positive teamwork and communication
• Providing people with a warm and nurturing environment to live in, which is inclusive of ideas and feedback so that each person is supported towards their personal goals

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

As a company we are committed to our employees. We're proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation and enjoy a vast degree of diversity within our staff teams.

• Earn competitive pay rates between $27.48 up to $29.68 per hour
• PB Tech discount when shopping online
• Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
• Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Discounted Samsung products
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
• Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

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

• Minimum qualification Level 3 in Health and Wellbeing required
• People who are passionate about helping others, and are kind and understanding
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenging behaviours
• Full NZ driver's licence is essential
• Somebody who has the initiative to push people towards their goals, is energetic, outgoing and can think outside the box
• Respect for others' thinking and ways of living that may be different to your own
• Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends
• A warm, calm and friendly personality with a passion for supporting people to achieve positive outcomes for themselves

Empathy, respect and cultural awareness are 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 residents/citizens or have a valid New Zealand work permit.

Please note:

Applications received between Friday, 19 December 2024 and Monday, 5 January 2026 will be reviewed in the new year due to our holiday close-down period.

Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to connecting with you in the new year.

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