Youth support worker

at  Healthcare of New Zealand

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support disabled people in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.
You will be part of a team who will provide a safe environment where people can develop confidence and new skills, build friendships with peers and interact with others in the community. Our teams are our greatest asset and we are committed to employing and training the best people. NZCL is looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home.
We are looking for permanent full time support workers to help the Rangatahi and Tamariki in our disability intensive support services in Wellington. We need support in Lower Hutt, Wellington, Kapiti and a new service opening in Newtown.

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Our Support Workers assist Rangatahi and Tamariki who access our services to live as independently as possible, in their community. Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 cover with responsibilities including aiding with personal care, community outings, integration, and other aspects of daily living - enabling our clients to be as independent as possible.

You will be somebody who really thrives off helping others and who is committed to upholding high standards of care. Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests. Having experience with disability is an advantage however not essential.

• A desire to support our Rangatahi and Tamaraki to learn new skills and achieve outcomes
• Prior experience supporting others with aspects of daily living, preferably those living with intellectual or physical disabilities
• Ideally experience working with children or youth
• Full driver’s licence and confidence to safely transport passengers in our disability vans (training provided)
• Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekend