Community Support Worker

New Zealand
Permanent
Part-time

2 months ago

Your Career - For People, For PurposeApply your skills and make a difference every day at Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa.He kōrero mō mātou | About UsKa Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing, and housing services. We believe that everyone is capable of living full and rich lives in their communities of choice. In every aspect of our work, we are committed to helping whānau be the best they can be.He kōrero mō te tūranga | The RoleCommunity Support Worker's with Access and Choice aim to connect directly with whaiora who are referred via their GP practice. This involves working alongside whaiora at their GP practice to develop and complete an identified goal for up to three months to improve their health and wellbeing. This role is walking alongside whanau to give them the tools, confidence, knowledge, and guidance of their community. For example, navigating social services, developing personal plans, gaining employment, budgeting, and housing.You will also be an integral part of the general practice team and working in collaboration with other community partners, as well as building new relationships through networking.This is a 32 hour a week position working Monday - Friday.He kōrero mōu | About YouWe're looking for a positive, flexible, and compassionate individual to join our team! If you're confident, vibrant, and passionate about supporting others, this role is for you. You'll bring a non-judgmental approach and the belief to empower whānau to reach their potential. Strong relationship-building skills, combined with the ability to maintain professional boundaries, are key to success in this role. If you're ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you!To be successful in this role, you will need:

A Level 4 (or higher) NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Mental Health Support, or equivalent.
Experience in recovery-focused mental health support.
Skilled in managing challenging behaviours with a calm and patient approach.
Strong personal and professional boundaries.
Committed to recovery-focused values.
Full NZ driver's licence.
Must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Ko Tā Mātou Mahi | We OfferJoin us to experience a work environment where values are not just words on a page.
You will also benefit from:

Pay Equity Rates - $24.97 - $29.83 (based on qualification)
Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
Generous leave entitlements, including wellbeing days and cultural leave
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for counselling, budgeting, and mental health support
Staff discounts with Southern Cross Health, PB Tech, Harvey Norman, Anytime Fitness, and more
Many opportunities to grow within one of Aotearoa's largest for-purpose organisations

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply
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