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Support Worker - Forensic Rehabilitation (Awake night shifts)

IHC New ZealandUpper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand

5 hours ago

Job description

Locations : Albany, Auckland
Job type : Permanent, part time - around 40 hours per fortnight (4x nights per fortnight)
Shifts : Awake nights from 10.45pm to 7.15am. Possibility to pick up some days shifts as well.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

IDEA Servicesprovide forensic rehabilitation services for people with high and complex needs who have committed an offence and had contact with the justice system. We provide a 24 / 7 rehabilitation service that offers clinical support, vocational opportunities, and life skills programmes.

As a Support Workeron the night shifts at our secure facility you will be managing risk and maintaining safety throughout the night. You will be monitoring the people we support and helping withindividual needswhen required.

Someone with life experience who knows how to stand strong and stay calm

A calm nature, resilience and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.

Physically fit and confident in high-pressure situations

Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals, being open-minded and non-judgmental in your approach.

Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

A Full NZ driver's license orability to gain this within 6 months.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

$23.84 - $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications.

IDEA Services will support you towards completion of the Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing qualifications.

Generous long service leave entitlements plus insurance benefits after 2 years' service.

'Refer a friend' Bonus programme.

FREEEmployee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

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.

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.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

The first step is to submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the application process you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV outlining your previous experience. If you have any questions about the application process or specific queries about the position, please use the contact details below to speak to recruitment.

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to :

Taylor Spence - Recruitment Advisor

Reference # 36281

Posted on 10 Oct 2025

Closes on 02 Nov : 55

Location(s) North Shore

Expertise Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare

Job level(s) 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience

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