Current Vacancies

No matter what the role at Creative Abilities it is an amazing, unique environment, made up with a dedicated team of individuals who work alongside people who have physical and/or intellectual impairments. We provide 24/7 wrap around care to adults living in the community with a range of disabilities. 

We’re a values-led organisation working hard to raise the bar on compassionate, empathetic care delivery in New Zealand. We have a track record of leading from the heart for 3 decades.

 

Care-Coach

  • Hourly rate (btw $26.16 - $28.25, min Level 3 qualification required)

  • Min 30 hours

  • Various (North Shore Only), North Shore City,Auckland, New Zealand

  • Full-time, Permanent

We require additional employees to support our current team of approximately 110 Care and Support Workers.   

We are looking for individuals that love being around people, are energetic and have great initiative.  However, you will also know when standard policy and procedures must be followed. 

Our ideal candidate will have a big heart and experience in the wider disability or care sectors.  A full and current drivers license is desireed.

As a Care Coach you will support those living with physical and/or intellectual disabilities to prepare and eat meals, plan their day and provide support with their weekly shopping.  You will support/provide them with personal cares.  You will accompany them on outings to the movies, the beach, the gym or to visit family or friends.  You will ultimately support them to live life, their way.  

You will be a part of a paid internal professional development programme.

You need to be flexible and reliable and you need to be able to work rotating/various shifts. You will be able and willing to work awake night shifts, sleepover shifts, week days or weekend.

What does achieving in this role look like? Easy! It’s when our Community Members:

  • Are empowered and supported to gain control over the things that are important to them and are supported in making their own decisions

  • Know, their aspirations, needs and wants (including personal cares and household management) are important and their care plans will be implemented and brought to life in a meaningful, professional and positive way

  • Receive Care (service delivery) which is skilled, creative, flexible, responsive and respectful to the needs and cultural values of the individual and in line with our organisation values and expectations

  • Are provided with care that encourages and facilitates their inclusion in their family / whanau and wider community.

  • Are empowered, encouraged, and supported to liaise with community groups. Engagement, connection, and personal development opportunities are supported

  • Are always assisted to work through and solve social, emotional and financial problems or issues and have their questions answered

  • Know that all identified risks and risk management strategies and plans are understood, and that these are adhered to, keeping them safe

  • Feel a genuine sense of community and love being part of Creative Abilities.

Alongside these outcomes, what is really key is the ability to get on with our community and enjoy the crazy moments, the daily hugs, the numerous requests for selfies, sometimes the noise but generally the fun and laughter that comes with this role.

In return you will get to work with a great team of people who really care, who prioritise our people and go home knowing they have made a difference.

 “Care. With Heart. It’s more than a mantra. It is simply how we do things around here. It is kind, it is compassionate, it is empathetic. It is values-led and it is professional. It’s our unifying promise across all services.”



Senior Care-Coach

  • Hourly rate (btw $29.50 - $30.25, min Level 3 qualification required)

  • Min 30 hours

  • Various (North Shore Only), North Shore City, Auckland, New Zealand

  • Full-time, Permanent

As a Senior Care Coach you will be highly capable and confident in the role of Care-Coach. In addition, you love to coach and mentor those around you and are confident giving both positive feedback but also having difficult conversations.

You will role model and work with our leadership team to ensure our team are implementing our values, policies and procedures every time they are at work.

You will take a active role in building and supporting strong relationships with the people we support and their whanau ensuring we are meeting their expectations.

Your verbal and written communication will be strong.

 
 

If either of these roles sounds like the role for you. Please send an intro letter with any experience you may have along with confirmation of your work rights in New Zealand to teamcreative@creativeabilities.co.nz OR if you are feeling creative, send a short video :)