Facilitator

Achievement House, Cambridge

Rewarding position available, must have sense of humour and willingness to have fun!

Fantastic work/life balance

• Supportive and Inclusive Team
• Pay Equity applies to all roles: $23.16 p/h - $29.16 p/h (Depending on qualification)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Meaningful and rewarding mahi

Working at Achievement House is rewarding and not your typical work day, you become part of our community of people, staff, and contractors who all have a common goal – working alongside people to reach their full potential to lead enriched and meaningful lives through employment and community participation. Check out our website www.achievementhouse.co.nz

Te Mahi Turanga |About the Role:

We are looking for a facilitator (support worker) to work alongside people we support in Cambridge.

We are looking for a passionate, reliable, flexible, compassionate person to join our team. If you are a great communicator, can think on your feet and keen to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Having a passion for employment pathways and teaching people new skills would also be an advantage.

Mō koe | About You

You will either be an experienced Support Worker looking for a change or you are simply looking for a career where your enthusiasm and passion for working alongside others will make a real difference in people’s lives. To thrive in this role you will be:

• Self-motivated, energetic and flexible with a high level of initiative. 
• Possess a great attitude, with a willingness to learn and grow with our team
• Is patient, understanding and passionate about working with people with disabilities
• Is honest and reliable with excellent communication skills
• Is flexible, adaptable and able to think on their feet
• A team player - work closely with and supporting everyone, creating a great team environment.
• A kind nature with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn and continue to develop your skills. 
• Experience or knowledge of working with adults with intellectual disability and/or autism would be beneficial but not essential.
• A commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all aspects of the role
• An understanding the enabling good lives principles and applying them would be ideal.

To work for us you must:

• Hold a current First Aid Certificate (or be willing to complete one at our cost)
• Full, clean and current New Zealand driver’s license.
• Be eligible to work in New Zealand
• Have a valid work visa with a minimum of 12 months until expiry

HOW TO APPLY:

We can fill you in about what makes us unique at an interview. Applications close 5pm Monday, 10th March 2025.

To enquire or apply please email: manager@achievementhouse.co.nz with a CV and cover letter.

Due to the fast-paced nature of our work vacancy, closing date may be subject to change. Go ahead and apply now!