Support Worker - Twilight and Bolton Services

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

Job summary

A community support organization in Christchurch is seeking a Support Coordinator to provide essential support to clients. The role involves assisting with daily routines, meal planning, and community engagement to foster independence. This is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference in people's lives, with training provided and fixed rosters ensuring certainty of hours.

Benefits

Gym and Pool Membership discounts

Long service leave

Professional development support

Discount on organic vegetables

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and energetic with a high level of initiative.
• Ability to work closely in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop as a support worker.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily routines and independence.
• Engage with the community to foster inclusion.
• Assist in personal cares, cooking, and medication administration.

Skills

Empathy

Problem-solving

Energy

Flexibility

Education

NZ full driver’s licence

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

You will be supporting Emma and Allie at Twilight, located in Somerfield, for three shifts per week, and Jessie at Bolton Service in Spreydon for one shift per week.

Emma and Allie have been flatting together for the past 16 months, having recently moved out of their family homes for the first time. They’re enjoying their independence and continue to adapt to flatting life. Both are sociable and love attending fun events in the community.

• Emma is very organised, motivated and quite competent with cooking and household tasks. She has a busy weekly schedule with activities including Skillwise and Inclusive Performance Academy. Music and drama are her passion.

• Allie needs support to become more motivated to do the tasks she needs to as well as creating more of a purposeful routine. She volunteers at an op shop two half days per week and attends Inclusive Performance Academy one morning a week.
• Jessie lives alone and is a quite capable, needing support for just 4 hours per week to plan her weekly menu, buy groceries and do some cooking. Jessie has her parents nearby for additional support and she keeps busy with lots of regular activities. She loves to knit and ski.

This position involves supporting with:

• Planning a healthy, balanced weekly menu
• Grocery shopping and cooking
• Maintaining a clean and healthy living environment
• Navigating flatting dynamics
• Engaging with the community
• Working towards personal goals

You’ll be energetic, empathetic, and confident working alongside this person to help create a life filled with rich and diverse experiences. You’ll need to be able to read situations, problem-solve, and know when to apply boundaries or offer space.

Daily tasks include supporting routines while encouraging independence, skill development, and personal growth. You’ll also be confident in assisting with personal cares, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks. A passion for helping people access and participate in their wider community is essential.

If you're looking for a new challenge and a meaningful opportunity to make a difference, this could be the role for you.

This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.50 and $29.10 per hour.

Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours

• Monday 4pm to8pm
• Tuesday 12pm to8pm
• Saturday 10am to3pm

Total Hours per fortnight: 34 hours

Mō koe | About You

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.

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 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.