Community Support Worker - Supported Independent Living - West Auckland
Part Time: 4 hours
Salary: $23.38 - $29.10 per hour
Location: Henderson, Auckland
This young man loves basketball, heading to the gym, and being social. He would like a support worker to help him learn more skills for independent living, such as cooking, budgeting, cleaning, and becoming more confident in himself.
In Supported Independent 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 will take on tasks that are dynamic and will depend on the needs and dreams of each person. You will provide assistance with daily activities such as community participation, socializing, work or education, personal cares, and domestic chores, as well as being responsible for reporting and administration.
Skills & Experience
1. Empathy for the challenges of trying to build an ordinary life while living with a disability
2. Energy to keep up with someone who likes to be on the go a lot
3. Ability to remain calm, and calming, in all situations
4. Resilience to help people keep boundaries to ensure their safety
5. Good at explaining and negotiating
6. Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with family, colleagues, and the person you support
7. Ability and willingness to provide support and motivation with personal cares and daily living skills
The ideal candidate will have:
1. An interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification - we can support you to achieve this while you work
2. Experience supporting people with disabilities, and/or mental health issues, and/or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable but not necessary
3. Reliability, commitment, and passion for working with people
4. A full New Zealand driver's licence
5. Able to pass a NZ police check
6. 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!
If you are a non-resident applying for this role you must meet the following INZ Level 3 skill requirements to be considered:
1. At least 3 years of relevant work experience, or
2. A relevant qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) — this must be at least a level 4 qualification for a role at skill level 3, or a diploma for a role at skill level 2.
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.
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