- Location: Beach Haven, Auckland
- Full and part time opportunities
- Shift pattern: Day hours (7am - 3pm) and afternoon hours (3pm - 9:30pm) plus sleepovers.
- Weekend availability required.
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!
Our service in Beach Haven is a 24/7 service. There will be 2 - 4 individuals living in the home - both of Korean and NZ European descent. Behaviours that challenge can be displayed and each individual will have an intellectual disability and Autism Spectrum Diagnosis or other dual disability diagnosis.
As a support worker in this service you will need to value and respect both Korean and NZ culture - there will be a need for you to support them to make both Korean and NZ food and to be able to communicate with them and families in Korean and English. You need to be active as those we support enjoy going out for activities and getting involved in the community.
We are looking for resilient people, with calm natures and confidence in dealing with behaviours that challenge to join our culturally based team. You will have the ability to deal with the unexpected daily. Your role will be to help them gain 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 korean 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, swimming, participating in sport, doing art and crafts).
- Supporting them to plan and achieve their goals and make decisions and choices.
- Ensuring they connect with the Korean community.
- Helping them to 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
- $23.84 - $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications
- IDEA Services will support you and pay costs 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?
- Confident communicating in Korean and English
- Knowledge and respect for Korean culture
- A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours
- Comfortable using computers and tablets daily
- Good written and verbal communication
- Flexibility to work rostered shifts
- Have a Full NZ drivers' licence
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 recruitment@ihc.org.nz.
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.
Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
Taylor Spence - Recruitment Advisor
taylor.spence@ihc.org.nz
