Experienced Disability Support Worker / Lifestyle Coach

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Zealand.

📋 Description

• Assist with daily routines and household responsibilities

• Help with meal preparation, shopping, and financial planning

• Foster community engagement and social interactions

• Provide support for appointments and various activities

• Aid individuals in skill development and the pursuit of personal objectives

• Advocate for wellbeing, autonomy, and independence

• Keep precise records and collaborate with the broader team

• Work closely with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities to enhance their confidence, cultivate life skills, achieve their aspirations, and promote independent living

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in New Zealand providing support to individuals with disabilities or in a similar community-focused support role

• Proven ability to work independently while assisting individuals with complex needs

• Background in behaviour support, mental health, youth services, social work, or trauma-informed care

• A Level 3 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or an equivalent qualification or experience)

• Possession of a full New Zealand driver's licence

• Excellent communication skills and a focus on person-centred care

• Willingness to work on a rostered basis, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

• Must have the legal right to work in New Zealand; visa sponsorship is not provided

• Successful completion of pre-employment screening, which includes two professional reference checks, verification of the right to work, driver's licence verification, criminal background checks, a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing, ACC history check, and validation of qualifications or certifications

🏝️ Benefits

• Assistance in obtaining further NZQA qualifications

• Opportunities for career advancement

• Complimentary life and trauma insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Access to counselling, health coaching, as well as financial and legal assistance

• Availability of Rongoā Māori services

• Discounts for staff across more than 50 New Zealand brands

• Competitive pay rates based on acknowledged Care and Support Worker qualifications

• A supportive, values-driven workplace