Support Worker
- Porirua
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Permanent, Full-time role + Based in Porirua
- Five weeks of annual leave + school holiday subsidy & more!
- Grow your career and expand your learning by joining a progressive organisation
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 Employer Kiwisaver contribution
- Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
- Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
- Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau.
- Perk & Perk Plus discount app.
- Holiday programme assistance
Become a valued member of our team, contributing to our 24-hour housing and recovery service, where you'll provide essential support to a maximum of 16 individuals. As a Support Worker, you'll deliver comprehensive assistance to tangata whai ora throughout the day and into the evening, fostering their well-being and journey towards recovery.This is a full-time role. You will be working Tuesday to Saturday 3pm to 11:30pm, based in Porirua, Wellington.Responsibilities include:
- Supporting activities that are wellbeing focused with our tangata whai ora
- Partnering with agencies (e.g. MSD, employment, housing) alongside tangata whai ora, to support and advocate for great outcomes.
- Completing required documentation, including recording activities and progress as a key worker for our tangata whai ora.
- Developing and supporting tangata whai ora to achieve intentional goals that increase independence and life satisfaction.
- Participating in maintenance activities as required, like supporting tangata whai ora with their vegetable gardens and general site cleanliness and tidiness.
- You must hold a current full driver's licence.
- Hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.
- Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or are currently studying towards this qualification or a recognised equivalent.