Behavioural Support Worker
Healthcare · Whanganui, New Zealand · Full-Time · $24.68 - $30.13/hr · Visa: Ask us
A Behavioural Support Worker position is open in Whanganui, New Zealand. The role exists to support people with complex behavioural and medical needs, keep them safe, promote positive behaviour and build their independence in daily living.
Candidates without previous health or disability sector experience are welcome to apply. The employer gives high value to a strong commitment to a Support Worker career and a positive attitude.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support individuals with complex behavioural and medical needs, helping them handle overwhelming emotions and health issues safely and with positive behaviour.
- Develop independence and daily living skills.
- Provide hands-on help according to each person's ability: transportation, employment, finances, meal preparation, shopping, cleaning, showering and medication administration.
- Assess risk and respond effectively to challenging situations.
- Work daytime, evening, overnight and weekend shifts on a roster.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Experience managing challenging behaviours: preferred.
- Ability to navigate behaviours that can challenge.
- Availability for flexible shifts, including weekends and wakeover shifts.
- Comfortable using computers and tablets daily.
- Proficient with computers and tablets.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Physical fitness to give necessary physical support.
- Full NZ driver's license.
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