Support Worker - AOD - Casual

MASH Trust; Palmerston North; Hybrid; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Casual/on-call

Training & development

Wellness benefits

Te Tiriti o Waitangi orientation

Job summary

MASH Trust in Palmerston North is seeking compassionate casual AOD Support Workers to join our team. In this role you will work with individuals to help them achieve recovery goals and improve wellbeing, supervising daily activities and assisting with medication if required.

No personal cares are required for this position, and you will benefit from comprehensive training, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for career progression within our organisation.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and motivated casual AOD Support Worker.
• Support recovery goals and wellbeing in an AOD recovery house; supervise activities and assist with medication if required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise household activities and outings.
• Assist with medication administration if required.
• Work collaboratively with individuals to support recovery goals and wellbeing.
• No personal cares are required for this role.

Skills

Empathy & Understanding

Practical skills

Team player

Driver Licence

Communication

Job description

What we offer you:We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally.When you join MASH Trust, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn between $24.00 - $29.70 per hour, based on your qualifications
• Casual: As and when required
• Rewarding Mahi/Work: Make a positive difference in the lives of the Tāngata Whaiora/ people you support and contribute to the wider community.
• Comprehensive Training and Development: We’re a learning organisation committed to your growth. You’ll receive extensive on-boarding and ongoing training, including First Aid, De-escalation
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organisation
• Supportive Environment: Enjoy an excellent working environment with a strong, collaborative team atmosphere where we empower each other
• Te Tiriti o Waitangi: MASH Trust aims to work collaboratively to embrace, support, and encourage a Māori worldview of health and provide high-quality, equitable, and effective service for Māori framed by Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Wellness Benefits: Receive a free yearly flu vaccination to support your health, comprehensive EAP services

About the Role: Casual - As and when required - Palmerston North
We are looking for compassionate and motivated casual AOD Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will work collaboratively with individuals to help them achieve their recovery goals and improve their overall wellbeing. You will be working in our AOD recovery house and will be supervising household activities, outings and administer medication if required. No personal cares are required for this role.

We're for people with:

• A Passion for Tāngata/ People: Be patient, friendly, and kind, with the ability to understand, communicate, and genuinely connect with people
• Empathy & Understanding: An understanding of Enabling Good Lives principles.
• Practical Skills: Carry out personal cares, showering and grooming
• Team Player: Professional, honest, and a reliable team-player with a flexible mindset.
• Driver Licence: A Full NZ Driver Licence is essential, as driving a MASH van will be part of your role.
• Previous Experience: Support Worker or health sector experience is desirable, and we also welcome applicants with relevant lived experience.

We review applications as they are received, so this role may close earlier if we find the right candidate.

Please note: MASH Trust is not an accredited employer and therefore cannot use The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process.