Vocational Support Worker - Casual

We are looking for a passionate person to join our team, to support people in reaching their goals and getting involved in their community. We are a creative bunch who look at ways of tearing down barriers and creating a space where everyone feels part of a community. We strive to set lofty aspirations and work in partnership to achieve these goals. We make friendships and get involved in the wider community.

If this sounds like something, you want to be a part of then this is the job for for!

Hours of work:

These are generally Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm . We can be flexible for the right  candidate and can also be dependent upon the person you are supporting. Your role will include planning and supporting people to participate in a meaningful way in the community by assisting in gaining and maintaining social, health, education, whanau and cultural connection. Previous professional experience in the intellectual disability field and knowledge of Enabling Good Live's Values is an advantage but not essential.

What we can offer you:

· A minimum starting rate of $22.49 per hour.

· An excellent working environment

· Ongoing training and development within your role

· Study Leave Days and MASH Days 

 

You will need to have:

· Experience engaging with or working with people with an intellectual disability or complex needs preferable

· A relevant qualification or the willingness to work towards one 

· A current full NZ driver’s licence and be able to drive both automatic and manual cars and vans

· A passion for developing and expanding opportunities for service users

· The ability to work in a team across a range of activity areas including assisting with personal cares

· Good documentation skills and familiarity with a computer 

This role may close earlier if the right candidate is found.