Support Worker
Pathways
- Christchurch
- $23.38-29.10 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Support individuals in distress experience a positive recovery journey
- Completed NZCHW L4 or have an equivalent qual?
- 2 wellness days annually + 5 weeks annual leave
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
- Competitive pay rates between $23.38 up to $29.10 per hour
- Increased Kiwisaver contribution
- Fifth Week of Annual Leave
- Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
- HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
- Perk & Perk Plus discount app
We are seeking an experienced support worker to join our 24/7 crisis respite facility. We support up to five guests at any one time who are experiencing mental health distress which prevents them from being able to remain in their home environment. We recognise the importance of looking after each other as well as the Tangata whai ora we support and strive for positive outcomes for all.As a Support Worker you'll be kept busy supporting people in their recovery by helping them to develop strategies to improve and manage their well-being. Duties will also include providing a listening ear; maintaining the home; hosting and liaising with clinical teams and supporting guests with medication.This is a permanent, part-time role working Tuesday to Saturday 3.00pm-7.00pm, based in Christchurch. This covers the evening mealtime and staff meal breaks. There is the potential for extra hours for the right candidate both on our site and others offered by our providerAbout You | Mōu
You'll enjoy being busy and are the kind of person who can establish relationships quickly. Caring and empathy come naturally to you, and you believe in using a person-centered approach, and the positive benefits of working in a recovery focused way. You will be able to provide medication support for our people and have impeccable attention to detail. Experience in mental health is preferred but you will also have:
- A New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) Level 4 or a recognised equivalent. Applicants without this requirement will not be considered.
- Experience working in busy health setting and supporting people with mental health needs
- You must hold a current full NZ drivers licence
- Hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate covering units 6400, 6401 and 6402 or be willing to obtain one within 3 months of employment
- Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- You'll enjoy being part of the team and be excellent in building relationships
- You'll be flexible and have positive approach when dealing with challenging behaviours