Mental Health Support Worker - Paraparaumu

Mō te tūnga | About the role

IDEA Services runs a small mental health service offering supported accommodation to individuals with high or complex needs with mental health challenges. The team provides around the clock support with the expertise and training to work with people who have mental health and disability diagnoses.

The supported accommodation service is a cluster of six homes in a neighbourhood near Raumati beach. Staff work across the site, supporting residents to set goals, manage medication, complete activities of daily living, and explore new possibilities for growth and development. We work closely with local health and support services and the people we support take an active part in decision-making through meetings and committees.

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.

• Flexibility to work rostered shifts.
• A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
• Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
• A Full NZ driver's license.

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.
• FREE Employee 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. IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.

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 can direct enquiries about position to :

Taylor Spence

Reference # 36721

Posted on 11 Nov 2025

Closes on 02 Dec : 55

Location(s) Horowhenua / Kapiti / Mana

Expertise Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare

Job level(s) Entry (no qualifications / experience), Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience

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