Support Worker

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

In this role, you will be supporting Jeremy, who is in his late 40s and lives at Pamu House in Halswell at the Hōhepa Farm. Jeremy finds joy in attending sensory rooms, experiencing the thrill of horse riding, and finds comfort in visual routines.

As someone who thrives on routine and sensory experiences, Jeremy benefits greatly from the support and guidance of dedicated individuals who understand his needs and preferences. Your role will involve providing Jeremy with the assistance he needs to navigate his daily routines, promoting his independence, and ensuring he remains engaged and informed about upcoming community events.

You will be energetic, empathetic, and able to work alongside this person focusing 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 depends on qualification level, paying between $23.50 and $28.25 per hour.

Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:

Sunday and Monday 3pm to 9pm

Total hours per fortnight: 24

Mō koe | About You

Your aroha and approach are 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:

1. Self-motivated, energetic, and flexible with a high level of initiative.
2. A team player - Work closely with and support your colleagues, creating a great team environment.
3. 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 the 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.