Community Support Worker

Ember Korowai Takitini; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community support organization is seeking a Community Support Worker in Auckland. The ideal candidate will support clients with mental health challenges, work in a collaborative environment, and foster community engagement. A National Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent is required, along with compassion and effective communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Additional leave – Recreation days, study leave

Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing programme

Training opportunities for upskilling and career progression

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team environment from a bicultural perspective.
• Experience working in the area of mental health.
• Full NZ Drivers Licence required.
• Must have valid work visa, residency, or citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health conditions to live and thrive in their communities.
• Work closely with clinical teams and community agencies for comprehensive support.
• Provide encouragement and tools for clients to achieve their goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Bicultural perspective

Mental health experience

Professional boundaries

Compassion

Education

National Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

Job description

Overview

Community Support Worker – Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week)

General working hours 8:00/8:30am – 4:30/5:00pm, Monday to Friday (possibility for later hours and weekend work).

Service is based from Apollo Dr, Rosedale or Orewa Hub.

Pay Equity: $25.00ph - $30.00ph (Service falls under Pay Equity. Pay is determined by qualification and equivalence to the National Certificate of Health and Wellbeing L4)

Ember values our employees – they are our secret sauce and we are committed to doing the best we can do for our kaimahi. We support this with a higher hourly rate, above the current statutory requirement, for employees who are covered by the Pay Equity Settlement Agreement.

Ember Korowai Takitini | Nga Matapono

Ember Korowai Takitini blends professional expertise and lived experience to offer a range of services and supports for anyone with mental health, addiction or intellectual disability needs. We support people to live the lives they choose and challenge the systems that hold them back. We desire a society that better understands and responds to mental distress, addiction and intellectual disability.

Ember Offers:

• Offers additional leave – Recreation days, study leave
• Provides a comprehensive Health & Wellbeing programme, including health checks, flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and more
• Provides training opportunities for upskilling, personal & professional development, and career progression.

The Service | Ko Te Whare O CST

Our Community Support Service consists of 3 mobile teams supporting people in their recovery from mental health issues by offering a wide range of practical and empowering services. In Waitemata, we also provide Packages of Care to those who require higher levels of flexible and responsive support. These care packages are designed to navigate and coordinate a way through complex and challenging situations. Additionally, we have a multi-lingual, culturally sensitive Asian Support team to help those with limited English feel part of the community and understand available services.

Role | Nga mahi

Community Support Workers are the key ingredient for successful client outcomes. We provide on-going tools and encouragement to develop, grow and flourish in the role, fostering an environment of learning, teamwork, and enjoyment. You will apply your skills and experience to work closely with those referred to us through primary or secondary services, and you will work alongside people with a mental health diagnosis to assist them in living, engaging, and thriving in a community of their choice. Effective communication and a person-centred approach are vital as you work with clinical teams and other community agencies to ensure wraparound support.

You will | Nga Pukenga

• Have/Working towards a National Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent
• Have the ability to work in a team environment and from a bicultural perspective
• Be professional and have good boundaries and ethics
• Have experience working in the area of mental health
• Full NZ Drivers Licence
• Valid/Current work visa, residency, or citizenship
• Have a passion for walking alongside those in need, supporting ongoing goals on the pathway to recovery

When applying please have | Kia Whakauru

• Up to date CV prepared
• Cover Letter detailing
  • Why you’re interested in the role?
  • What skills, competencies and experience you bring to the role?

“He aha te mea nui o te ao? Maku e ki atu, he tangata, he tangata, he tangata”

What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people.

Ember is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all. We particularly welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific and Rainbow communities.

We will interview candidates as applications come through rather than waiting until the advertisement closes. The vacancy may be filled earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.