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Support Worker - Whangārei (Awake night shifts)

IHC New Zealand

Healthcare Night Shift Full-time

Job Description

  • 74.5 hours per fortnight
  • Mainly awake night shifts 9pm to 7am
  • $23.84-$29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications

Mō te tūnga | About the role

IDEA Services is committed to empowering people with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling, meaningful lives—both in the comfort of their own homes and as active, valued members of their communities.

As a Support Worker, you'll be providing overnight support to individuals with complex needs, ensuring their safety and wellbeing while promoting dignity and independence. This includes managing risk, responding to individual care plans, and offering compassionate, person-centred support throughout the night. Your presence will provide reassurance and continuity of care, helping each person feel secure and respected.

Check out our website to learn more: Become a Support Worker


Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

  • Previous experience as a Support Worker is preferred, but more importantly, we are looking for someone with a positive attitude and compassion.
  • Flexibility to work rostered shifts.
  • A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
  • Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
  • A Full NZ driver's license

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

  • $23.84-$29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications.
  • IDEA Services will support you towards completion of the Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing qualifications.
  • Generous long service leave entitlements plus insurance benefits after 2 years' service.
  • 'Refer a friend' Bonus programme.
  • FREE Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

Mō mātou | About us

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community. IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.

The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work.


Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

The first step is to submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the application process you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV outlining your previous experience. We are unable to discuss your suitability for the role until we have received your application. If you have any questions about the application process or specific queries about the position, please use the contact details below to speak to recruitment.

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
Taylor Spence - Recruitment Advisor
taylor.spence@ihc.org.nz

Job Details

Reference #
35765

Posted on
01 Sep 2025

Closes on
22 Sep 2025 23:55

Location(s)
Northland, Whangarei

Expertise
Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare

Job level(s)
Entry (no qualifications/experience), Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience

Work type(s)
Permanent full-time

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