Support Staff – Part Time

About the Company At Hawksbury Community Living Trust, we are committed to providing quality residential support for individuals with learning disabilities. Our residents are valued members of the community, and we strive to empower them to achieve their life goals. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity and inclusion within our workforce. About the Role We are looking for a passionate part-time Support Staff member to join our team in Kaiapoi. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our residents by assisting them with everyday activities. Your responsibilities will include supporting residents with shopping, meal preparation, household chores, personal support, and community outings. Please note that the work schedule will have Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday off in the first week, and Wednesday and Thursday off in the second week. Requirements To be successful in this role, we ideally seek candidates who have an NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 or an equivalent qualification. Additionally, you should possess: - A positive attitude towards supporting individuals with learning disabilities - A full New Zealand driver's licence - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal - Basic computer skills Benefits At Hawksbury, we value our staff and offer ongoing development opportunities. If you have not yet completed the NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 and 3, we will support you in achieving these qualifications. We also provide paid time off the floor to complete your fully funded First Aid certificate, as well as training in Safe Manual Handling, Falls Prevention, and Dysphagia. Additionally, our employees have access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, which offers counselling, financial guidance, and career planning. You will also enjoy discounts at over 40 locations. If you share our passion for disability support and are committed to making a difference, we encourage you to apply. We will process applications promptly, so don’t hesitate to join our team. Hawksbury Community Living Trust is an equal opportunity employer. Be the person who makes a difference in someone’s life—join the Hawksbury team.