Support Worker - Heathcote Service

Hōhepa Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Christchurch is seeking a Support Coordinator to provide meaningful 1:1 support to a young lady with complex needs. The role offers part-time hours, a supportive team environment, and comprehensive training. Candidates should have a kind nature, a can-do attitude, and a commitment to uphold community principles. The position offers fixed rosters and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Gym and Pool Membership discounts

Organic Vegetable discount

Long service leave

Qualifications

• Commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Ability to work alongside individuals with complex needs.
• Confidence to assist with daily routines and personal cares.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a young lady with complex needs.
• Encourage independence and personal growth.
• Assist with cooking, medication administration, and household tasks.

Skills

Self-motivated

Energetic

Team player

Kind nature

Willingness to learn

Job description

Overview

Mō mātou | About Hōhepa

Working at Hōhepa is different from the average. You become part of our community of people, staff, volunteers, and contractors who share a common goal – helping people 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.

About the Role

We are introducing a new service and are looking for a dedicated team to help set it up for success. We’re seeking one individual on a part-time basis to provide meaningful support to a young lady with complex needs.

She requires 1:1 support and enjoys music, swimming, spending time outdoors, and being active in the community. You will be energetic, empathetic and able to work alongside this person, focusing on creating a life of rich and diverse experiences while being able to read situations, problem solve and apply boundaries or offer space. Daily tasks include supporting with daily routines while encouraging independence to develop skills and personal growth. You will have the confidence to support personal cares, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks. You will be passionate about supporting and extending people’s ability to access and be part of their wider community. If you are looking for a new challenge this could be the opportunity for you.

This position’s salary scale is set by pay equity and dependent on qualification level, paying between $23.50 and $29.10 per hour.

Rostered Hours

Week One

• Saturday 4pm to 9:30pm
• 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)

Week Two

• Thursday 4pm to 9:30pm
• 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
• Friday 7am to 9am
• 4pm to 9:30pm
• 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
• Saturday 7am to 4pm

Hands on hours: 27.5 | Sleepover hours: 28.5
Total Hours per fortnight: 56

About You

Role
Your aroha and approach is what really matters at Hōhepa – previous experience is not a prerequisite because we provide on-the-job training. 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.

Benefits of working at Hōhepa

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 will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now!

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.

At Hōhepa the role of a Support Coordinator is what is often referred to in the wider healthcare sector as a Support Worker. We feel that the title Support Coordinator better reflects the nature of the role, which requires working in partnership with the people receiving support to ensure we are achieving our organisation mission of every life fully lived.