Hawksbury

Support Staff - Permanent Relief Team (Mosgiel)


  • Full-time position
  • Must be available to work weekend shifts.
  • Mosgiel
  • $23.99 - $29.10 per hour (depending on qualifications)

About the role:

We are looking for a motivated and flexible individual to join our Permanent Relief Team (PRT). This full-time position requires availability to work any shift, including days, afternoons, evenings, night shifts, split shifts, and weekends. In recognition of this flexibility, staff on the PR Team are paid an additional $2.00 gross per hour.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives? You'll have the opportunity to assist residents with their everyday activities, including shopping, meal preparation, household chores, personal support, and community outings.

Ideally, you'll have an NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 or equivalent along with:

  • A positive attitude to supporting people with a learning disability.
  • A full New Zealand driver's licence.
  • Great communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Excellent computer skills.

What we can offer

  • An additional $2.00 (gross) per hour for each permanent relief hour worked.
  • An additional $2.00 (gross) per hour if you are required to work an awake night shift (11pm until 7am).
  • Ongoing development opportunities. If you haven't already completed NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 and 3, we will support you to complete these.
  • Paid time off the floor to complete your fully funded First aid certificate in addition to Safe Manual Handling, Falls Prevention and Dysphagia training.
  • Free Employee Assistant programme, offering counseling, finance guidance, planning and career direction.
  • Access to discounts at 40+ locations.

About Hawksbury Community Living Trust:

At Hawksbury, we are dedicated to providing quality residential support for individuals with learning disabilities. Our residents are valued members of the community, and we empower them to achieve their life goals. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity and inclusion in our workforce.

If you share our passion for disability support and are committed to making a difference, we encourage you to apply. Applications will be processed promptly, so don't wait to join our team.

Hawksbury Community Living Trust is an equal opportunity employer.

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Full Time - PRT

Job no: KNAI40115

Location: Dunedin

Closing Date: Sunday, 1 December 2024