Jobs in New Zealand for Foreigners – Support Worker, IHC New Zealand, Auckland

Job Description

Jobs in New Zealand for foreigners in the care sector are led by accredited employers like IHC New Zealand — the country’s largest intellectual-disability support provider — which is hiring part-time Support Workers on Auckland’s North Shore for behavioural support roles. No formal qualification is required up front, with training toward NZQA Health and Wellbeing certificates provided, though applicants should note the advertisement asks for existing New Zealand work rights even though the employer holds accredited AEWV employer status.

Responsibilities

- Support people with intellectual disabilities at home and in the community
- Work with individuals with complex behavioural support needs
- Help people recognise and respond to emotional overwhelm safely
- Support independence and daily-living skills (transport, cooking, finding a job)
- Assist with daily routines: showering, dressing, medication, meals
- Support residents’ goals, hobbies and community connections

Requirements

- Experience with complex behavioural needs preferred but not essential
- Calm nature and confidence with challenging behaviours
- Flexibility for rostered shifts (days, evenings, sleepovers, weekends)
- Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable with computers/tablets
- Physical fitness; full NZ driver’s licence
- Legal right to work in New Zealand (per the advertisement)

Benefits

- NZ$23.15–$28.25 per hour with qualification-linked progression
- Support toward NZQA Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing
- Long-service leave and insurance benefits after 2 years
- Refer-a-friend bonus; free Employee Assistance Programme