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.

Are you looking to make a real difference in your community?

We are currently looking for casual empathetic and passionate Support Workers based in the Horowhenua region for our community-based services - NZCL RIDSAS. Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 support. NZCL focuses on the provision of intensive rehabilitative support for people who may have offended, to develop the skills they require to recognise their potential and to participate in their communities.

What does a Community Support Worker do?

As a Community Support Worker, you will be supporting people in their daily life to recognise their potential and develop the skills needed to participate in their communities. This is achieved through the implementation and delivery of their care and rehabilitation plan.

This is a rewarding role, which will require you to develop positive relationships with people and their Whānau, and to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to assist and support people to achieve their rehabilitative goals.

What are we looking for people who?

• Enjoy working with a challenging environment, where you will need to work well within a team.
• Have a good level of resilience.
• Demonstrate the ability to form solid relationships with others.
• Energetic and passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals, hopes and dreams.
• Have an ability to look beyond presenting barriers and provide experiences that will empower people to live the best life they can.

What's in it for you?

We are committed to our employees and are proud to employ and train the best people in all areas of our organisation. This is an opportunity to join New Zealand's largest community healthcare provider with the potential to gain experience in a variety of disciplines including aged care, disability, mental health and rehabilitation.

• Earn competitive pay rates between $23.38 up to $29.10 per hour
• 30 hours plus a week
• Variety of shifts
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.
• 'Refer a friend' Bonus.
• Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.

If you are passionate about supporting people, then maybe there is a role for you here. Send your request to NZCL.

Mēnā he tangata ngākaunui ana koe ki te tautoko i ngā momo tāngata, tēnā pea, kei konei he tūranga mōu. Tukua mai tō tono ki NZCL.

Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.