Description
About the Company
At NZCL, we are committed to supporting individuals with disabilities throughout New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services are built on the belief that every New Zealander has the right to live fully, access equal opportunities, and pursue their aspirations.
Our dedicated teams are our most valuable asset, and we prioritize hiring and training the best people to create a safe environment where individuals can gain confidence, develop new skills, and foster friendships within the community.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a full-time Support Worker for our services located in West Melton. In this role, the Support Worker will assist and support individuals with various activities centered around horses.
The available shifts are full-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
- Grooming horses and warming them up for riders
- Assisting individuals with mounting and dismounting horses
- Leading or providing support during rides
- Mucking out and feeding horses
- Providing personal care and support for individuals attending riding sessions or spending the day at the stables
- Performing grounds maintenance and managing medications and notes
Requirements
We are looking for candidates with the following skills:
- Proficiency in riding and ground skills
- A genuine desire to work with and support individuals in a riding environment
- Willingness to assist with personal care tasks, including toileting as needed
- Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness, as the individuals we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests
Benefits
In return for your hard work, we offer:
- Competitive pay rates ranging from $23.50 to $29.10 per hour
- Opportunities to earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
- Job security with employee benefits, including sick and annual leave
If you are passionate about supporting others, we encourage you to apply for this role.
Please note that all applicants must be New Zealand residents or citizens or hold a valid New Zealand work permit.
To view the full job description and submit your application, please visit our website and click the "apply now" button.
To Apply
If this role is of interest, please Apply Now and submit your updated CV by following the link.
Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.
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