Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Presbyterian Support Otago Full time

Part Time:

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Application Closes 23 Feb 2024:

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Canterbury
Christchurch City:-
Healthcare Support Worker

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.


About the Role


Hapori House is a new home complex based in Somerfield that Mike lives in a unit on his own, Mike is looking for people to support him who shares his passion for rugby, cricket and technology and who will enjoy his infectious sense of humour Mike has a big family who he loves very much and spends as much time with as possible as well attending church is an important part of his life.


Mike enjoys contributing to meal preparation and jobs around the home as well as going to the movies and getting out and about.

Mike also loves rhythm and routine around his days and would need his support worker who can support him maintaining and slowly exploring it according to his areas of interests.

Mike can get worried and stressed so would like his support worker to be patient, confident, self-assured, and have a sense of humour to provide him reassurance and think of alternative solutions.


Mike is nonverbal however is very clear communicating his needs using different gestures, Makaton signs and pointing to objects and using a talklink tablet.

Mike needs partial to full support with personal cares tasks so would like the support person to have some prior experience or openness to support him with these tasks.

In this role you will provide a calm, predictable environment responsive to Mike's choices.


You will be comfortable supporting Mike with all aspects of his life, adapting to promote his independence while ensuring his health and wellbeing.


This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependant on qualification level pays between $22.70 and $28.25 per hour.


Rostered Hours:

Position 1

  • Wednesday 4pm to 9pm
  • Thursday 7am to 9am, 4pm to 9pm
  • Friday 7am to 9am, 4pm to 9pm
  • Saturday 8am to 8pm
Total hours per fortnight: 62

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 Coordinator role at Hōhepa you will be:

  • Selfmotivated, 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 cando attitude and willingness to learn and continue to develop your skills as a support worker.

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 tostaff 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
  • Long service leave
  • Christchurch City Council Gym and Pool Membership discounts
  • Untamed Organic Vegetable discount

Applicants must have a full driver's licence and ability to work in New Zealand.
**Please note, 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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