Support Worker - Child-Wellbeing
We are currently seeking compassionate, reliable, and culturally grounded Support Workers to join our team in providing high-quality care and support for four clients aged 8–17 years living with special needs.
These young individuals have Autism, Global Developmental Delay, and are non-verbal, requiring patient, responsive, and consistent support in their day-to-day lives.
Shifts: Part‑time and full‑time shifts available (12‑hour shifts: 7 am – 7 pm or 7 pm – 7 am).
Hourly rate: $24.08 - $29.97
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with personal care, exercise program and daily routines.
- Engage the client in meaningful and stimulating activities.
- Provide emotional support in a calm and patient centred manner.
- Promote independence while ensuring safety and well-being.
- Work collaboratively with the wider support team.
Key Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children and / or individuals with special needs is an advantage.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong service focus that enables the building off effective client relationships.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
- Personal qualities of initiative, integrity, reliability and self-confidence.
- Availability to work a permanent 12‑hour shift schedule.
- Strong time management and organisation skills.
- A reasonable level of fitness is required to cope with the demands of the role, including the ability to safely support and assist a strong person when needed.
- Holds current New Zealand full or restricted driver’s licence and owns vehicle.
- Completed or working towards Level 2 Support Worker qualification (desirable).
At RDNS, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
All applications are required to undergo Police Vetting and CYRAS checks.
If you have a heart for care and want to make a genuine impact in a young person’s life, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW with a CV and for further information, please contact Reshma via rravulapalli@rdns.org.nz.