- Support with Daily Living: Assist individuals with personal care, hygiene routines, dressing, toileting, and meals in a way that promotes dignity and independence.
- Emotional and Behavioural Support: Use a trauma-informed approach when working with children or youth who may have complex behavioural or emotional needs. Provide a calm, safe, and responsive presence.
- Learning and Development: Support youth and children in learning life skills, communication, social interaction, and building routines, both at home and in educational settings.
- Family Support: Collaborate with families, whānau, and other professionals (e.g., social workers, teachers, therapists) to deliver consistent, person-centred care.
- Community Engagement: Assist clients to access educational activities, social programmes, sports, outings, and appointments safely and confidently.
- Transport and Mobility: Drive clients to appointments, school, programmes, and recreational activities using your own vehicle.
- Household Support: Perform light housework, cooking, and shopping tasks as required to support the client’s daily living environment.
- Documentation: Maintain clear records and incident reporting to ensure transparency, safety, and quality of care.
- Advocacy: Actively support and advocate for the rights, interests, and wellbeing of children and youth in your care.
Essential Requirements:
- Full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence and access to a roadworthy, insured vehicle.
- Willingness to undergo and pass a Police Vetting Check under the Children’s Act 2014 and other applicable regulations.
- Legal right to work in New Zealand (citizen, resident, or valid work visa).
- Respectful, empathetic, and non-judgmental attitude towards all individuals, regardless of age or background.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging behaviours in a professional and supportive way.
- Flexible to work various shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and school holidays.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person