Support Worker - Te Atawhai Service
Hōhepa Canterbury
Date: 1 day ago
City: Christchurch, Canterbury
Contract type: Full time
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
Te Atawahi Service is based in Spreydon and is looking for a new Support Worker!
In this role, you will be supporting four women (Bella, Gemma, Samantha, and Holly) in their 20s and 30s, each with unique interests.
You will be energetic, empathetic and able to work alongside this person focussing 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 dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.50 and $28.25 per hour.
Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:
Total Hours per fortnight: 82
Mō koe | 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:
At Hōhepa, as part of our team you will:
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.
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
Te Atawahi Service is based in Spreydon and is looking for a new Support Worker!
In this role, you will be supporting four women (Bella, Gemma, Samantha, and Holly) in their 20s and 30s, each with unique interests.
- Bella has a passion for creativity and creates her own jewelry which she sells. Bella also has her own part time job at Hōhepa as the courier, where she and her support worker deliver important goods and information to the houses each week.
- Gemma is highly social and loves attending the LEAP Day base where she connects with her other friends. Gemma enjoys listening to music, dancing, watching videos, and socialising.
- Samantha has a passion for animals and especially enjoys going horse riding every week and staying active. She also attends the LEAP Day service and enjoys being creative with arts and crafts.
- Holly has a busy schedule and likes to get out and about in the community. She works part-time at a preschool, attends the LEAP Day service, and spends time with her boyfriend and friends.
You will be energetic, empathetic and able to work alongside this person focussing 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 dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.50 and $28.25 per hour.
Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:
- Thursday 4pm to 10:30pm, 10:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
- Friday 7am to 9am, 4pm to 10:30pm, 10:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
- Saturday 7am to 4pm
Total Hours per fortnight: 82
Mō koe | 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.
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.
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