Disability Support Worker (Mornings)

I am a writer working part time as well. I am looking for someone to join my small crew of disability support workers as soon as possible, to take over from team members who are moving on to new opportunities. My disability support crew provide a range of support for me from intimate personal care to support with organisation and transport. The crew work with me at home, at work and in my community and are a valued and integral part of making sure my busy creative life runs smoothly. I need people who can quickly learn my daily routine but also help me navigate access challenges that come up in new situations and environments I move in. My own work ranges from teaching advocacy, writing, theatre and film making. While Wellington is my base I sometimes travel for work and require support from my team. I offer: Practical and important work ideal for someone local to Newtown or nearby suburbs A queer and trans and sex worker friendly employer Training provided Tasks include but are not limited to: Showering, dressing and intimate personal care Household tasks like cleaning and tidying in my room and shared spaces, dishes and laundry Food preparation Pet care Driving me to and from events or helping with journey planning Administrative support and managing time keeping Being in the background to support at events, meetings or social situations. You will be: Someone who enjoys a varied work environment - the role has some elements of routine but I am often juggling multiple priorities and need people who can embrace change of plans and think on their feet. Able to work respectfully and with an awareness of privacy in my home Organised, reliable and committed Flexible Able to adapt and problem solve A good listener and clear communicator Comfortable in new situations - able to step in or step back as needed Body positive You will have: Ideally someone with disability support experience or transferrable skills with the ability to support a disabled adult NZ working rights (required) A full clean driver's licence (required) Competency with Google Drive and Word processing Strong administrative and organisational and communication skills The shifts I am looking to cover are below. Some flexibility is required outside these times to be responsive to my needs, which sometimes includes urgent personal care. Additional hours and extended shifts may also be requested to support me with responsibilities and adventures outside my regular routine. You should expect to cover leave for other team members. Team meetings and paid training sessions will be arranged as required. The advertised hours are for morning support and enable a busy working and social life. Mornings Thursday: 7:30 - 9:30 Friday: 7:30- 9:30 Saturday: 8:30 - 10:30 #J-18808-Ljbffr