Support Worker - Jade Service
Mō mātou | About Hōhepa
Working at Hohepa, 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.
Mō te tūranga | About the Role
We are looking for someone who has experience and enjoys working with young adults. Understanding the function of behaviour and being able to develop creative strategies to support this would be an advantage. You may like building, biking or be into skateboarding and feel inspired by the chance to be involved in the community. You will be supporting this person to learn and try new things by creating opportunities. Our goal is to support an independent future for this young person, you will be focused on supporting his skills, development and personal growth. As a Support Coordinator at Hohepa you will have a kind nature and can-do attitude, remembering it’s the little things that matter. You will be supporting people with disabilities in a range of settings including in their home, out in the community and at our day services.
The people we support love getting out into the community, whether its shopping, beach walks, coffee and cake outings, visiting friends, supporting the Crusaders, going to markets and fairs, or heading to the pub for a pint, to name just a few. The people we support have varying levels of need, and daily tasks vary from service to service but may include cooking, cleaning, medication administration, stores purchasing, personal cares, as well as facilitating community participation, recreational activities, and supporting people to achieve their goals. You may also provide person-centred support in homes where routine is critical; following details plans to meet the needs of the people.
This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependant on qualification level pays between $23.15 and $28.25 per hour.
Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:
- Position 1: Sunday to Tuesday 4pm to 8pm / 24 hours per fortnight
- Position 2: Wednesday to Friday 4pm to 8pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm / 40 hours per fortnight
Please state the position you are applying for in your Cover Letter or CV
Mō koe | About You
Your aroha and approach is what really matters at Hohepa – 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 Coordinator role at Hohepa 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.
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.
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