Support Worker - Mana Service

Hōhepa Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed rosters

Professional development support

NZQF certificate support

Long service leave

Gym/Pools discounts

Organics discount

Job summary

Hōhepa Canterbury in Christchurch is seeking caring individuals to join Mana Service at Hapori campus in Somerfield. You will support Marcus, a man in his 40s, with daily routines, independence, and meaningful community involvement.

Ideal candidates are energetic, empathetic and able to set boundaries, with experience in care. The role offers stable rosters and opportunities to develop skills, including NZQA certificate support and access to community discounts.

Qualifications

• NZ full driver’s licence and ability to work in New Zealand.
• Experience in caregiving or equivalent in a supportive environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills as a support worker.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all aspects of the role.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and encourage independence to develop skills and personal growth.
• Assist with personal care, cooking, medication administration and household tasks.
• Work as part of a small team to provide compassionate care in a community setting.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Team player

Initiative

Self-motivated

Energetic

Flexible

Job description

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 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.

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

Mana Service is located at Hōhepa's Hapori campus in Somerfield. Mana Service provides dedicated care and support to a man Marcus who is in his 40s.

Marcus is a fun, extroverted man who loves a great joke, cooking his own meals and rugby. As a single-staffed service, we are seeking compassionate individuals with essential caregiving or equivalent experience.

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 caress, 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 dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.95 and $30 per hour.

Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:

• Wednesday to Saturday 7am to 3pm

Total Hours per fortnight: 64

Mō koe | About You

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.

Nga hua o te mahi ki a Hōhepa | 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 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.