Support Worker

Full time hoursFlexibility to work the full range of shifts is required : days, evenings and sleepover shifts.Availability for regular weekend shifts is required.

• depending on relevant qualifications Mo te tunga | About the role

As a Support Worker you will be supporting people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives at home and as part of their community.

This is meaningful work where you can be creative and make every day interesting in ways that are important to others.

The role involves helping the people we support to :

attend different activities in the community and go on outings.grow their independence and learn skills for daily living such as using public transport, getting a job, cooking a meal.manage their daily routines - shower, get dressed, take medication or eat a meal.pursue their goals, interests, and hobbies.stay healthy and making positive choices about their lifestyle.have strong connections with their whanau and community.

Check out our website to learn more : Become a Support Worker Nga pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring

Previous experience as a Support Worker is preferred, but more importantly, we are looking for someone with the right attitude.

Someone who is patient, non-judgemental and good at building positive relationships with people.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 Nou te rourou | What's in it for you?

'Refer a friend'

Bonus programme.FREE Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

Mo matou | About us

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.

Me pehea 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.

We are unable to discuss your suitability for the role until we have received your application.

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.