Support Worker
- Christchurch
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Join one of New Zealand's largest mental health providers
- Part time role working Friday & Saturday 3pm - 11.30pm
- Increased KiwiSaver + Healthnow card + extra annual leave + 2 wellbeing days
As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we foster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
- Increased KiwiSaver employer contribution
- Fifth week of annual leave
- 2 paid wellbeing days per year
- HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
- Perk & Perk Plus discount app
We have a position available on our Residential and Recovery Service.Hours or work are:
16 hours weekly - Friday and Saturday from 3pm - 11.30pm based in Christchurch.Responsibilities include:
- Advocate and support people to be well and thrive.
- Connect them with resources that support them in living well and assist them in building resilience.
- Help people connect with their communities, building the relationships that matter most.
- Foster positive change for a more positive life.
- Provide medication support for our people.
- Provide support with household management.
- Managing a caseload and all reporting requirements.
- You must have previous experience working in a community environment and mental health and addictions sector.
- Preferred level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent. To check equivalency go to https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/our-health-system/pay-equity-settlements/care-and-support-workers-pay-equity-settlement/pay-equity-and-qualification-equivalencies
- You must hold a full driver's licence.
- Hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one within 2 months of starting.
- Have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi