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September 19, 2024
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Nelson
FULL TIME & OTHER
Support Worker - LLDS
Live Life Disability Support Services
Mission: Supporting people to live the best possible life Hours: 1.0 FTE (80 hours per fortnight)
Shifts: Monday to Friday (7.00 AM to 3.30 PM) as rostered
Status: Permanent full-time position
Location: Nelson
Salary: $24.41 to $30.17 per hour
Maybe you - ve worked in a care/support role before, or perhaps it - s a totally new avenue you - re keen to explore. All we ask is that you bring a positive attitude, problem solving skills and an empathy-driven manner. Working with us at Live Life Disability Support will enhance your life as well as those you are supporting.
You - ll be helping with residential in-home assistance, but you - ll also be there in full support of out-of-home experiences and day activities - whether that - s attending a rugby game, going out shopping or a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Your role is all about helping someone gain independence and autonomy, while getting the most out of life. Knowing you - re making a positive impact in someone - s life can truly have the same effect on your own.
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
You will understand the importance of consistency in assisting people to achieve a great life and have a good understanding of how you as a person will contribute to the team.
Previous experience in the disability field and/or community work may be an advantage; however, if you have the passion to work within this area we offer in-service training with ongoing professional development towards a national qualification.
We - re looking for people who have:
https://www.health.govt.nz/new-zealand-health-system/pay-equity-settlements/care-and-support-workers-pay-equity-settlement/pay-equity-and-qualification-equivalencies/qualifications-assessed-equivalence
Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)
At Live Life Disability Support Services (LDSS), we support people with disabilities to live great lives that reflect their personal aspirations and choices. LDSS provides support to over 250 people in a variety of residential settings across the Nelson/Tasman and Marlborough regions.
Our objective is to provide support and social opportunities through activities that maximise and maintain life skills and enhance self-esteem and wellbeing. The services we deliver are based on the belief that all people are equal and therefore people with a disability have a fundamental right to be respected, accepted and valued in their community for who they are.
Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC34XErxk HJ5YAn59o6Srhn A
Ngā huanga o ēnei mahi (The benefits of these positions)
Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.
For role related enquiries please contact Angela Andrews Group Leader Respite and Family Partnerships at angela.andrews@nmdhb.govt.nz
Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
Ref: R1N24-023
Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.
He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.
Mission: Supporting people to live the best possible life Hours: 1.0 FTE (80 hours per fortnight)
Shifts: Monday to Friday (7.00 AM to 3.30 PM) as rostered
Status: Permanent full-time position
Location: Nelson
Salary: $24.41 to $30.17 per hour
- Support self-esteem and wellbeing through meaningful fun activities
Maybe you - ve worked in a care/support role before, or perhaps it - s a totally new avenue you - re keen to explore. All we ask is that you bring a positive attitude, problem solving skills and an empathy-driven manner. Working with us at Live Life Disability Support will enhance your life as well as those you are supporting.
You - ll be helping with residential in-home assistance, but you - ll also be there in full support of out-of-home experiences and day activities - whether that - s attending a rugby game, going out shopping or a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Your role is all about helping someone gain independence and autonomy, while getting the most out of life. Knowing you - re making a positive impact in someone - s life can truly have the same effect on your own.
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
You will understand the importance of consistency in assisting people to achieve a great life and have a good understanding of how you as a person will contribute to the team.
Previous experience in the disability field and/or community work may be an advantage; however, if you have the passion to work within this area we offer in-service training with ongoing professional development towards a national qualification.
We - re looking for people who have:
- A sense of humour
- Good social skills and the ability to relate well to others
- The ability to work with people who present with challenging behaviours
- Diversity to work with a range of people with differing levels of support needs
- The ability to maintain confidentiality, be tactful and sensitive in dealing with people
- Commitment to professional development
- An ability to work actively as part of a team and individually to ensure service quality
- A current full driver - s licence (preferably to drive both automatic and manual vehicles)
- Good English language ability (written and spoken)
- Basic computing skills
- Confidence in assisting with personal cares
- Energy and enthusiasm.
- This role is classified by Immigration as ANZSCO 423111 and applicants for this position must be NZ or Australian Citizens, or have NZ Permanent Residency, or a valid NZ work visa.
https://www.health.govt.nz/new-zealand-health-system/pay-equity-settlements/care-and-support-workers-pay-equity-settlement/pay-equity-and-qualification-equivalencies/qualifications-assessed-equivalence
Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)
At Live Life Disability Support Services (LDSS), we support people with disabilities to live great lives that reflect their personal aspirations and choices. LDSS provides support to over 250 people in a variety of residential settings across the Nelson/Tasman and Marlborough regions.
Our objective is to provide support and social opportunities through activities that maximise and maintain life skills and enhance self-esteem and wellbeing. The services we deliver are based on the belief that all people are equal and therefore people with a disability have a fundamental right to be respected, accepted and valued in their community for who they are.
Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC34XErxk HJ5YAn59o6Srhn A
Ngā huanga o ēnei mahi (The benefits of these positions)
- You can work in the way that works best for you - whether that - s full-time or part-time, or morning, afternoon/evening, overnight or casual shifts.
- You - ll be supported to achieve your Levels 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing Certificate.
Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.
For role related enquiries please contact Angela Andrews Group Leader Respite and Family Partnerships at angela.andrews@nmdhb.govt.nz
Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
Ref: R1N24-023
Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.
He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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