Support Worker - Youth (Night shift) - Rangiora

About the Company At NZCL, we are committed to supporting individuals with disabilities across New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services are grounded in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to live fully, have equal chances, and pursue their aspirations. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can gain confidence, develop new skills, build friendships, and engage with their community. About the Role We are currently seeking energetic and motivated individuals to join our team as permanent, full-time Support Workers in our residential service located in Rangiora. This role primarily involves working night shifts and will focus on providing support to rangatahi and tamariki in our Intensive Support Services. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in assisting the young people who access our services to live as independently as possible within their community. Your responsibilities will include: - Collaborating with the team to maintain a consistent approach to care - Supporting rangatahi and tamariki in attending school or accessing educational opportunities - Monitoring and responding to health concerns while promoting the overall health and well-being of the young individuals - Aiding rangatahi in setting and achieving their personal goals to enhance their outcomes Requirements We are looking for candidates who possess: - A genuine desire to support rangatahi and young people in learning new skills and achieving their objectives - Previous experience working with youth or rangatahi - An understanding of intellectual disabilities and autism - Creative problem-solving abilities and a strong ability to work as part of a team - A full New Zealand driver’s license - Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness, as the individuals we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs Benefits In return for your dedication, we offer: - Competitive pay rates ranging from $23.50 to $29.10 per hour - Opportunities for professional development with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing qualifications - Tailored training specific to the needs of the rangatahi and tamariki - Clinical supervision to ensure best practices are followed - Discounts on PB Tech products for online shopping - Reduced rates on 2Degrees phone and broadband plans - Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance - Access to an Employee Assistance Program for health and wellbeing support - A referral bonus for bringing in new talent to our team If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to NZCL. Please note, all applicants must be New Zealand residents or citizens, or hold a valid New Zealand work permit. The ability to work in New Zealand and a willingness to undergo Police Vetting and additional Vulnerable Children Safety checks are essential for this position. To view the full job description and apply, please visit our website and click the apply now button.