- Location: Lakeside Drive, Orewa
- Full time (60hrs- 75hrs per fortnight)
- Shift pattern: Fortnightly roster will include day, evening and weekend shifts
IDEA Services supports people with intellectual disabilities to enjoy great lives as part of their communities. If you are looking for a job where you can build a long-term career and where no two days are the same, this is the job for you!
We are looking for a Support Worker to join a culturally based facility in Orewa, supporting five Korean gentlemen that are living together. To support the needs of these gentlemen we are looking for someone with knowledge and respect for the Korean culture. We require a Korean speaker who will be able to communicate well with them and their families.
The gentlemen are very energetic and active. They enjoy going out for activities and getting involved in the community. You will need to be active and able to support them to attend community based activities.
You will be supporting individuals with complex behavioural needs to lead safe and meaningful lives in the community. We are looking for resilient people, with calm natures and confidence to deal with challenging behaviours. You will need the ability to deal with the unexpected on a daily basis. Your role will be to support them in gaining independence so that they can make their own choices, be part of their community, and live a fulfilling life.
What does the job involve?
- As a support worker you will support them to attend different activities daily in the community.
- You will be supporting people to grow their independence and learn skills for daily living (e.g. using public transport, getting a job, manage money, cook a meal).
- Supporting people with their emotional regulation skills - part of what you do each day will be helping them to recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm and react safely to this
- Being able to work on individual needs, supporting people with daily activities such as shopping, cleaning, showering and administering medication.
- Helping people with their interests and hobbies (e.g. going to the park or beach, participating in sport, doing art and crafts).
- Supporting them to plan and achieve their goals and make decisions and choices.
- Making sure they can connect with Korean community and be supported with families.
- Helping them stay healthy and make positive choices about their lifestyle.
To find out more about being a Support Worker with IDEA Services, please visit our 'Join our Support Crew' page.
What's on offer?
- Opportunities to build your long-term career in the disability and related sector with progression opportunities available
- $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 and Level 3 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing qualifications - scholarship scheme available for those wishing even further professional development
- Specific training related to the services you are working in - such as Epilepsy, Dual Diagnosis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Managing actual and potential aggression certificate etc.
- 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 - even if not work related
What will you need?
We would love to hear from you if this is a career you want to pursue and you have the right 'can-do' attitude. Full training and orientation will be provided so experience is not necessary.
- A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours
- Resilience and perseverance
- Willingness to learn new skills and gain qualifications as you work
- Comfortable using computers and tablets daily
- Good written and verbal communication
- Flexibility to work rostered shifts
- Have a Full NZ drivers' licence or be willing to work towards obtaining this
- Pass a full New Zealand Police check
IDEA Services Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of the IHC Group which is made up of our charitable programmes and three wholly-owned subsidiaries, including the provision of housing and tenancy services. Our services are founded on IHC's absolute commitment to the people we support and their families/whanau to have a good life. 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:
Angela Qi An
0210336674
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