Casual Night Shelter Support Worker – Men’s Shelter

Christchurch City Mission; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive, fun team

Meaningful role

Hourly pay $28.95 to $31.30

Job summary

Christchurch City Mission (Te Whare Mīhana Ki Ōtautahi) seeks Accommodation Services Workers for casual roles in the Men's Night Shelter in Christchurch. Shifts include AM (12.15am-8.30am) and PM (4.30pm-12.30am), delivering practical support, coping strategies and medication management to residents.

Work with a residential team and clinical staff to provide 24/7 care in a values-driven, Christian environment. Applicants should have experience with homelessness and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people who are homeless or at risk.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of social justice, Te Tiriti, and relevant legislation.
• Alignment with a Christian-based, values-led environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support, coping strategies, and medication management for residents in our accommodation services.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to deliver 24/7 care that meets individual needs.

Skills

Experience with homelessness

Strong communication

Te Tiriti & social justice

Christian-values alignment

Job description

Christchurch City Mission (Te Whare Mīhana Ki Ōtautahi) seeks Accommodation Services Workers for casual roles in the Men's Night Shelter in Christchurch. Shifts include AM (12.15am-8.30am) and PM (4.30pm-12.30am), delivering practical support, coping strategies and medication management to residents.

Work with a residential team and clinical staff to provide 24/7 care in a values-driven, Christian environment. Applicants should have experience with homelessness and strong communication skills.