Support Worker - Full Time Whanganui
What we offer you: We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally.
When you join MASH Trust, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive Compensation: Earn between $24.00 - $29.70 per hour, based on your qualifications
- Full-time - 80 hours per fortnight based in Whanganui
- Rewarding Mahi/Work: Make a positive difference in the lives of the Tāngata Whaiora/people you support and contribute to the wider community.
- Comprehensive Training and Development: We're a learning organisation committed to your growth. You'll receive extensive on-boarding and ongoing training, including First Aid, De-escalation and the opportunity to pursue Health & Wellbeing qualifications funded by MASH Trust if you meet the set criteria.
- Career Advancement: Opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organisation
- Supportive Environment: Enjoy an excellent working environment with a strong, collaborative team atmosphere where we empower each other.
- Te Tiriti o Waitangi: MASH Trust aims to work collaboratively to embrace, support, and encourage a Māori worldview of health and provide high-quality, equitable, and effective service for Māori framed by Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Wellness Benefits: Receive a free yearly flu vaccination to support your health, comprehensive EAP services, additional MASH day and long service leave starting from 5 years.
About the Role: Hours: This role is working 80 hours per fortnight Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm
We are seeking a compassionate, reliable and motivated support worker to join our team in Whanganui. You will demonstrate resilience, and the ability to remain calm, empathetic, and professional in challenging situations. You will be part of a small team who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to those who live and work in the home.
This position is not for everyone, but for those that thrive on helping others and want to make a difference in people’s lives then this job is for you!
Skills and Experience:
- A Passion for Tāngata/People: Be patient, friendly, and kind, with the ability to understand, communicate, and genuinely connect with people
- Experience: Must have experience working as a Support Worker in challenging situations.
- Empathy & Understanding: An understanding of Enabling Good Lives principles.
- Team Player: Professional, honest, and a reliable team-player with a flexible mindset.
- Practical Skills: The ability to carry out personal cares, including showering and dressing.
- Driver Licence: A Full NZ Driver Licence is essential, as driving a MASH van will be part of your role.
- Relevant Qualification (or commitment to obtain): A NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing or a commitment to working towards this qualification, which will be funded by MASH Trust
Ready to Apply?
We review applications as they are received, so this role may close earlier if we find the right candidate.
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Please note: MASH Trust is not an accredited employer and therefore cannot use The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process.
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