Intensive Support Worker

About the Company At NZCL, we are committed to supporting individuals with disabilities across New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services are founded on the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to live fully, engage with their community, and pursue their ambitions. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and nurturing environment where our clients can build confidence, develop new skills, and foster friendships. About the Role We are currently seeking energetic and motivated individuals to join our team as permanent, full-time Support Workers in our Intensive Support Services located in Lower Hutt. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in assisting rangatahi (youth) and tamariki (children) in achieving greater independence within their community. Our Support Workers provide 24/7 coverage and are responsible for a variety of tasks, including personal care, community outings, and other activities of daily living. Your work will enable the individuals we support to thrive and live as independently as possible. Requirements We are looking for candidates who possess: - A passion for supporting rangatahi and tamariki in learning new skills and achieving their goals. - Prior experience in providing support to individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities, particularly in daily living activities. - Ideally, experience working with children or youth. - A full driver’s license and the ability to safely transport passengers in our disability vans (training will be provided). - Initiative and a proactive attitude to encourage individuals to strive for their goals, along with an outgoing and creative mindset. - Respect and openness to different perspectives, as well as the flexibility to work overnight shifts, including weekends. - Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness, as our clients come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests. Benefits In return for your dedication, we offer: - Competitive pay rates ranging from $23.50 to $29.10 per hour. - A variety of shift options. - Opportunities to earn while you learn through free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing qualifications. - Access to our Employee Assistance Program for health and wellbeing support. - A referral bonus for bringing in new team members. - Tailored training designed to meet the specific needs of the rangatahi and young people we support. - Clinical supervision to ensure best practice in your work. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to NZCL. Please note that all applicants must be New Zealand residents or citizens, or possess a valid New Zealand work permit. To view the complete job description and apply, please visit our website and click the apply now button.