Senior Advisor Disability Jobs in New Zealand

Locations: Porirua

Job type: Part time hours around 30 per week
Availability: The roster will include AM, PM and sleepover shifts. You must be available to work weekend shifts.
Pay: $23.84 - $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications


Are you interested in making a positive impact on people's lives? Join us in empowering people on their journey towards rehabilitation and reintegration into the community.



Mō te tūnga | About the role

IDEA Services provides forensic rehabilitation services for people with high and complex needs who have committed an offence and had contact with the justice system. We work in partnership with people to make positive changes in their lives through learning new skills, having new experiences and developing supportive relationships with their whānau and community.

We are looking for a Support Worker to work as part of a team to support an individual with complex behavioural support needs. Part of what you do each day will be helping them to recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm and react safely to this. We are looking for someone physically active who has the resilience and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.

Part of the role will involve managing risk and maintaining safety. Dealing with challenging behaviour can be tough, but with the right approach, we can make a difference, promote positive behaviours, and create a supportive environment for people to thrive.

Check out our website to learn more: Become a Support Worker



Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Previous experience as a Support Worker is preferred, but more importantly, we are looking for someone with some life experience and the right attitude.

• Previous experience supporting people with high and complex needs is preferred.
• Previous experience working with challenging behaviours and de-esculating situations.
• A calm nature, resilience and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
• Cultural competence and the ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi
• Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals, being open-minded and non-judgmental in your approach.
• Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness to provide physical support needs and participate in activities.
• A Full NZ driver's license or ability to gain this within 6 months.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

• $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 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 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. 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.



Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

The first step is to submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the application process you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV outlining your previous experience. If you have any questions about the application process or specific queries about the position, please use the contact details below to speak to recruitment.

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
Taylor Spence - Recruitment Advisor
078387698