Community Support Worker - Residential - Upper Hutt

OverviewCommunity Support Worker - Residential - Upper HuttSpectrum Care provides support to people with intellectual disabilities in several locations in the North Island.

We have an existing home in Trentham, Upper Hutt where 3 people in their early 30's currently enjoy living while being supported 24 / 7 by staff.

This part-time role offers the opportunity to spend time with the residents and be part of their active social lives.

You will gain the trust and confidence of the residents and their families by being a great communicator, transparent, supportive and understanding, and by working in respectful partnership with them.

The residents have their own interests and personalities, so you will need to get to know them and what makes them tick.

They enjoy swimming, gardening, opera, going out for a meal, music, library, Lego and games.

They may want company and liveliness at times, and peace and quiet at others.

The residents need hands-on support for daily living (e.g., bathing and showering, continence) as well as household tasks like preparing tasty, healthy meals and general cleaning.

They communicate in various ways, including gestures, some words, vocalisations, facial expressions, and communication devices / tools.

A key skill is being intuitive and patient so you can respond to each person effectively.

With your empathy and initiative, these wonderful people will continue to lead fulfilling lives, staying connected with their whanau and friends.

Skills & ExperienceEmpathy for the challenges of trying to build an ordinary life while living with a disabilityEnergy to keep up with someone who likes to be on the goAbility to remain calm and calming in all situationsResilience to help people maintain boundaries and safetyGood at explaining and negotiatingAbility to communicate effectively and supportively with family, colleagues and the person you supportAbility and willingness to provide support and motivation with personal cares and daily living skillsThe Ideal Candidate Will HaveExcellent, clear, understandable verbal and written EnglishExperience supporting someone with Type 1 Diabetes (insulin-managed) is ideal but not necessary; training will be providedAble to pass a NZ police checkExperience supporting people with disabilities, and / or mental health issues, and / or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable but not necessaryReliability to work a variety of shifts, including sleep-over shifts and weekend shiftsA full New Zealand driver's licenceAn interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification; we can support you to achieve this while you workAbility to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and emailWhat You\'ll Get From UsA supportive and collaborative work environmentDevelopment opportunities and continuing education; we provide support to obtain NZQA Level 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing qualificationsThe opportunity to support people with disabilities to live great livesRequirementsIf you are a non-resident applying for this role you must meet the following INZ Level 3 skill requirements to be considered : at least 2 years of relevant work experience, ora relevant qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) — this must be at least a level 4 qualification for a role at skill level 3, or a diploma for a role at skill level 2.If you are interested in supporting children and young people to develop self-confidence and independence, and live their lives of choice, lives like any other, in their own communities, then we want to hear from you today!

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• (Please note : We do not accept email applications, please apply through the "Apply Now" link)Job DetailsReference #
• Posted on 23 Sep
• Closes on 30 Oct
• : 55Location(s) Upper HuttExpertise Community Support WorkerWork type(s) Part-timeHours per week Availability All shifts, Day shifts, Afternoon shifts, Evening shifts, Overnight shifts, Saturday and Sunday shifts

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