Community Support Worker - Wellington
Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Wellington, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
InSupportedIndependent Living, we provide services for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities within their own homes and out into their community. We provide 1:1 support which consists of a range of hours between 6am to 9pm Monday to Sunday.
As a Community Support Worker you take on tasks that are dynamic and will depend on the needs and dreams of each person. You provide assistance with daily activities such as community participation, socializing, work or education, personal cares and domestic chores, as well as responsibility for reporting and administration.
Skills & Experience
Empathy for the challenges of trying to build an ordinary life while living with a disability
Energy to keep up with someone who likes to be on the go a lot
Ability to remain calm, and calming, in all situations
Resilience to help people keep boundaries to ensure their safety
Good at explaining and negotiating
Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with family, colleagues and the person you support
Ability and willingness to provide support and motivation with personal cares and daily living skills
The ideal candidate will have:
An interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification- we can support you to achieve this while you work
Experience supporting people with disabilities, and or mental health issues, and/or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable but not necessary
Reliability, commitment, and passion for working with people
A full New Zealand driver's licence
Able to pass a NZ police check
The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and email
If you're interested in supporting people to develop self-confidence and independence, and live their lives of choice, lives like any other, in their own communities, then we want to hear from you today!
Apply now if you have a passion for working with people and want to make a difference!
Spectrum Care is proudly an equal opportunity employer.'
Reference # 33362
Posted on 09 Apr 2024
Closes on 30 May 2024 23:55
Location(s) Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Wairarapa, Porirua School, Porirua-Tawa, Kapiti Coast, Wellington City, Wellington SHP, Island Bay
Expertise Community Support Worker
Work type(s) Casual
Availability All shifts, Day shifts, Afternoon shifts, Evening shifts, Overnight shifts, Saturday and Sunday shifts
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