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Support Worker
Community Connections–Wellington Central, North Island
$25 - $30 an hour
Part time
About 13 hours ago, from seek.co.nz
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Part-time Support Worker/ Wellington City
Part-time/ 12 per fortnight
$24.36 to $2+.10 per hour (depending on relevant qualifications)
Mt. Cook, Wellington City.
About Us
We are a community-based disability support provider that operates across much of the North Island. Our Vision is of an inclusive New Zealand where people with disabilities are embraced as fully participating citizens, where barriers to inclusion are removed, and where all people are respected and valued for who they are.
We believe that people with disabilities can and should live the life they choose, on their own terms and within the community of their choice.
Community Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunities employer, and we love diversity in what we do and whom we employ. We are committed to Te Tiriti O Waitangi, the UN Convention for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the NZ Disability strategy. We encourage people with lived experience of disability, mental health, Maori, Pasifika, people from other backgrounds and/or from LGBTQIA+ community to apply.
About the role
As a Support Worker, you will have the opportunity to work closely with individuals in the community who have complex disabilities. Your role will be to assist them on their journey towards independence and mastery of life skills. We are seeking an enthusiastic female support worker to help a woman with her daily activities while honouring and preserving her independence. The ideal candidate should be empathetic, relaxed, and preferably local. This particular individual enjoys engaging in conversations, trucks, watching movies, getting her hair styled, and maintaining a tidy home.
Key responsibilities:
Support the individual with personal hygiene and wellbeing
Support the individual with home maintenance; Help keep her home clean by doing laundry, vacuuming, cleaning surfaces, mopping, taking out the rubbish, and making the bed
Strengthen and develop the individual's networks in the community
Engage with the individual to check that the support being offered is meeting expectations and enhancing their life
Maintain the quality of the support we provide
Promote an environment that encourages the individual to feel safe and comfortable
Encourage the individual to grow and increase their independence by supporting them to learn skills for daily living and to make decisions and choices
Generate support notes, incident reports, daily handover notes to your co-workers and any other administration tasks that might be required
About You:
We are currently seeking a Female support worker who possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with others. Exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities are essential for navigating various situations. The ideal candidate should be flexible and available to work on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday mornings.
We are looking for someone who is positive, cheerful, and well-connected within the community. At Community Connections, we strongly believe in utilising the strengths of our team members, including their hobbies and interests. Whether you enjoy engaging conversations, watching movies, or keeping a tidy home, your unique talents and passions will be celebrated and integrated into your work. Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to the best of their abilities.
We are thrilled that you will join our team at Community Connections! However, we want to be transparent about the specific requirements for this role to ensure the success of our candidates and the individuals we support.
Please be aware that we require candidates to possess a valid FULL New Zealand driver's license, and the legal right to work in New Zealand. Additionally, candidates must be willing to undergo criminal and Oranga Tamariki checks and must hold a first-aid certificate.
These criteria are essential for the nature of the role and the level of care and support we provide to our community. Therefore, we will only be shortlisting candidates who meet these requirements.
Why Join Us:
At Community Connections, we provide a supportive team environment where you can work alongside like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the community we support. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development and are committed to helping you achieve both personal and professional growth, including obtaining your Level 3-4 certificate in Health and Wellbeing.
We value your dedication and hard work, and in return, we offer a range of benefits, such as four weeks of annual leave, access to an Employee Assistance Program, a weekend rate, and various opportunities for training and professional development.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference every day, we want you to join our team.
Apply now!
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Community Connections–Wellington Central, North Island
$25 - $30 an hour
Part time
About 13 hours ago, from seek.co.nz
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Part-time Support Worker/ Wellington City
Part-time/ 12 per fortnight
$24.36 to $2+.10 per hour (depending on relevant qualifications)
Mt. Cook, Wellington City.
About Us
We are a community-based disability support provider that operates across much of the North Island. Our Vision is of an inclusive New Zealand where people with disabilities are embraced as fully participating citizens, where barriers to inclusion are removed, and where all people are respected and valued for who they are.
We believe that people with disabilities can and should live the life they choose, on their own terms and within the community of their choice.
Community Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunities employer, and we love diversity in what we do and whom we employ. We are committed to Te Tiriti O Waitangi, the UN Convention for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the NZ Disability strategy. We encourage people with lived experience of disability, mental health, Maori, Pasifika, people from other backgrounds and/or from LGBTQIA+ community to apply.
About the role
As a Support Worker, you will have the opportunity to work closely with individuals in the community who have complex disabilities. Your role will be to assist them on their journey towards independence and mastery of life skills. We are seeking an enthusiastic female support worker to help a woman with her daily activities while honouring and preserving her independence. The ideal candidate should be empathetic, relaxed, and preferably local. This particular individual enjoys engaging in conversations, trucks, watching movies, getting her hair styled, and maintaining a tidy home.
Key responsibilities:
Support the individual with personal hygiene and wellbeing
Support the individual with home maintenance; Help keep her home clean by doing laundry, vacuuming, cleaning surfaces, mopping, taking out the rubbish, and making the bed
Strengthen and develop the individual's networks in the community
Engage with the individual to check that the support being offered is meeting expectations and enhancing their life
Maintain the quality of the support we provide
Promote an environment that encourages the individual to feel safe and comfortable
Encourage the individual to grow and increase their independence by supporting them to learn skills for daily living and to make decisions and choices
Generate support notes, incident reports, daily handover notes to your co-workers and any other administration tasks that might be required
About You:
We are currently seeking a Female support worker who possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with others. Exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities are essential for navigating various situations. The ideal candidate should be flexible and available to work on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday mornings.
We are looking for someone who is positive, cheerful, and well-connected within the community. At Community Connections, we strongly believe in utilising the strengths of our team members, including their hobbies and interests. Whether you enjoy engaging conversations, watching movies, or keeping a tidy home, your unique talents and passions will be celebrated and integrated into your work. Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to the best of their abilities.
We are thrilled that you will join our team at Community Connections! However, we want to be transparent about the specific requirements for this role to ensure the success of our candidates and the individuals we support.
Please be aware that we require candidates to possess a valid FULL New Zealand driver's license, and the legal right to work in New Zealand. Additionally, candidates must be willing to undergo criminal and Oranga Tamariki checks and must hold a first-aid certificate.
These criteria are essential for the nature of the role and the level of care and support we provide to our community. Therefore, we will only be shortlisting candidates who meet these requirements.
Why Join Us:
At Community Connections, we provide a supportive team environment where you can work alongside like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the community we support. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development and are committed to helping you achieve both personal and professional growth, including obtaining your Level 3-4 certificate in Health and Wellbeing.
We value your dedication and hard work, and in return, we offer a range of benefits, such as four weeks of annual leave, access to an Employee Assistance Program, a weekend rate, and various opportunities for training and professional development.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference every day, we want you to join our team.
Apply now!
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Support Worker Community Connections|Wellington Central| North Island position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
