Pact is currently looking for a permanent-part time Community Support Worker to work in our intellectual disability residential service in Invercargill.

The Role

Your role will include supporting the clients to participate in meaningful activities in the community, support with daily house tasks, and assistance with personal hygiene.

Further assisting in gaining and maintaining social, health, education, whanau and cultural reconnection.

Excellent communication and networking skills and the ability to build and sustain working relationships with clients, staff and external agencies is essential.

Previous professional experience in the intellectual disability field will be an advantage.

As we operate 24 / 7, hours of work will include day, evening, weekend, awake night and sleepover shifts.

Hours of work are at present : 9am - 7pm

60 hours per fortnight

Desired Skills and Experience

Pact is looking for an enthusiastic and energetic person to work alongside people with an intellectual disability who will inspire, encourage, be a role model, plus have excellent interpersonal skills and a can do’ attitude.

• A full driver's licence and computer skills are essential.
• If on a work visa, this must be valid for at least twelve months
• If shortlisted, you must be available for an interview in Invercargill!