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No matter what the role at Creative Abilities it is an amazing, unique environment, made up with a dedicated team of individuals who work alongside people who have physical and/or intellectual impairments. We’re a values-led organisation working hard to raise the bar on compassionate, empathetic care delivery in New Zealand. We have a track record of leading from the heart for 3 decades.
Care-Coach
The purpose of this role is to enrich the lives of our community members by Care. with Heart every day.
“Care. With Heart. It’s more than a mantra. It is simply how we do things around here. It is kind, it is compassionate, it is empathetic. It is values-led and it is professional. It’s our unifying promise across all services.”
We believe everyone has the right to live life, their way; in an inclusive community. To have choice and control over the things that matter to them. To be able to enjoy enriching experiences and make connections - with a support crew that puts their heart into it (and makes things happen!).
We require additional employees to support our current team of approximately 90 Care and Support Workers.
We are looking for individuals that love being around people, are energetic and have great initiative. However, you will also know when standard policy and procedures must be followed.
Our ideal candidate will have a big heart and experience in the wider disability or care sectors. A full and current drivers license is desireed, however we able to consider those without.
As a Care and Support worker you will support those living with physical and/or intellectual disabilities to prepare and eat meals, plan their day and provide support with their weekly shopping. You will support/provide them with personal cares. You will accompany them on outings to the movies, the beach, the gym or to visit family or friends. You will ultimately support them to live life, their way.
You will be a part of a paid internal professional development programme.
You need to be flexible and reliable and you need to be able to work weekdays or weekends.
What does achieving in this role look like? Easy! It’s when our Community Members:
Are empowered and supported to gain control over the things that are important to them and are supported in making their own decisions
Know, their aspirations, needs and wants (including personal cares and household management) are important and their care plans will be implemented and brought to life in a meaningful, professional and positive way Read more …
