IHC Group Looking for Support Worker – Otorohanga (Part time) at Waikato, New Zealand Full Time

• Otorohanga – Part time position (30 hours per fortnight)
• Tuesday to Thursday – day service (10am to 3pm)
• Earn while you learn, gain nationally recognised qualifications!

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are looking for a support worker who can plan and support with day time activities. 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.

You will be supporting people to access their community and to be involved in a range of activities based on their interests. It is a fast paced role where no two days are the same. You need to be comfortable taking a group of people in to the community, driving a van, managing some challenging behaviour (training will be provided) and initiating activities to get people involved.

While experience is not necessary, a genuine interest in people who have an intellectual disability is a must. If you are an active and creative person, like to have fun with people. This would be an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

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.

• Able to plan and support day time activities
• 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.
• Possession of a Full NZ driver’s license or willingness to work towards obtaining one.

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you?

• $22.70 – $28.25 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.

Mō mātou | About us (IDEA Services)

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.

Check out our website to learn more about us: Become a Support Worker (idea.org.nz)

IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

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 [email protected].

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.