Support Worker - Harikoa Service (Wakeover)

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave

NZQF Health & Wellbeing training

Gym and Pool membership discounts

Vegetable discount

Job summary

Harikoa Service in Aidenfield, Christchurch, seeks an experienced Support Worker for wakeover shifts to assist one resident with Type 1 diabetes, monitoring BSL overnight and ensuring health and safety.

You will also support evening and morning routines, personal care, medication administration, and light household tasks while encouraging independence and personal growth in a warm home environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in support work or care is preferred.
• Ability to monitor health needs and respond calmly at night.
• Willingness to implement boundaries and support personal development.

Responsibilities

• Overnight blood glucose monitoring and response to readings.
• Support evening and morning routines and personal care.
• Medication administration and light household tasks.
• Foster independence and a positive home environment.

Skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Empathy

Problem solving

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Working at Hōhepa, you become part of our community of people, staff, volunteers, and contractors who all have a common goal - helping people to reach their full potential and lead enriched and meaningful lives in a holistic, supportive environment. We are a community leader providing services and support for people living with an intellectual disability to live their best lives and find a valued place in our society. Inspired by Dr Rudolf Steiner's principles of anthroposophy, we seek to understand each person and situation as unique, not a one size fits all philosophy.

Harikoa Service, located in Aidenfield, is a vibrant home supporting four young women - Kelly, Rachel, Tracy, and Shelly who enjoy activities such as arts and crafts, cooking, singing, dancing, and shopping in the community. This is a dynamic household where strong relationships and individual personalities are celebrated, and where support workers play an important role in helping each person navigate daily life and their relationships with one another.

This role is a wakeover position, with a primary focus on supporting one of the women who lives with Type 1 diabetes. During overnight shifts, you will be responsible for monitoring blood sugar levels (BSL) and responding as needed to ensure her health and safety, while maintaining a calm and supportive environment throughout the night.

You will also support evening and morning routines, encouraging independence, skill development, and personal growth. This includes assisting with personal care, medication administration, light household tasks, and maintaining a safe and well-run home environment.

We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and empathetic individual who can confidently work alongside others and independently. You will be able to read situations, problem-solve effectively, apply appropriate boundaries, and know when to offer support or space. A passion for enabling people to live fulfilling lives and grow their independence is essential.

This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependent on qualification level, pays between $23.95 and $29.10 per hour.

Rostered hours:

Week One

• Sunday to Tuesday 11pm to 7am

Week Two

• Sunday to Wednesday 11pm to 7am

Total hours per fortnight: 56

You will either be an experienced Support Worker looking for a change or you are simply looking for a career where your enthusiasm and passion for helping others will make a real difference in people's lives. To thrive in a Support Worker role at Hōhepa you will be:

• Self-motivated, energetic and flexible with a high level of initiative.
• A team player - Work closely with and supporting your colleagues, creating a great team environment.
• A kind nature with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn and continue to develop your skills as a support worker.
• A commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all aspects of the role.

At Hōhepa, as part of our team you will:

• Have certainty of hours through fixed rosters
• Enjoy a great person to-staff ratio, allowing for more personalised support
• Work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
• Receive ongoing support for your professional and career development
• Support to complete a NZQF Certificate in Health and Wellbeing level, 2, 3 or 4
• Long service leave
• Christchurch City Council Gym and Pool Membership discounts
• Untamed Organic Vegetable discount

Applicants must have a NZ full driver's licence and ability to work in New Zealand. Please note that the 90-day trial period will apply to any successful applicant who hasn't previously worked for Hōhepa Canterbury.