Support Worker - Rotorua (Part time)

Overview

Permanent part time - 44 hours a fortnight. Shifts are between 7.30am and 7pm - includes weekend shifts. Rewarding career opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people living in your community!

Mō te tūnga | About the role

IDEA Services supports people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives at home and as part of their community. You will be supporting people with intellectual disabilities living in their own homes to achieve their goals and aspirations. This is meaningful work where you can be creative and make every day interesting in ways that are important to others.

As a Support Worker you will be supporting clients manage abd learn daily living skills, such as cooking and cleaning, complex care needs, managing risk and ensuring safety. Previous relevant experience is preferred, but more importantly, we are looking for someone with varied life experience and an open-minded attitude.

No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary, but a strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker with a positive attitude is highly valued. Full training and orientation will be provided to individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

• Preferably previous experience in caregiving or providing personal care for adults.
• A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
• Full NZ driver's license is required

Nōu te rourou | What\u2019s in it for you?

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.

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

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.

Location : Rotorua / Taupo / Bay of Plenty

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