Team Leader Respite Care

3 months ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Equip Full time

As a Health Professional Team Leader in our Respite Care division, you'll be part of a dynamic, motivated team united by a shared passion for our mahi. At Equip, you're not just finding a job - you're joining a movement to transform mental health care in Auckland. Come be part of our story.

**About Us Equip | Mō mātou**:
Equip is a leading mental health organisation transforming lives on Auckland’s North Shore. Our Mission? To build sustainable solutions for healthy living and empower individuals to thrive.

Our approach sets us apart. At Equip, we're providing more than services - we create momentum for positive change. Each year, 1,450 tangata whai ora are supported through comprehensive services including wraparound community support, respite care, and specialised programmes. We're also proud to offer Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa training to businesses and communities.

Our people-first culture is something to write home about too. Since 1991, we've committed to kaimahi, staff well-being and development. We believe this approach creates ripples of positive impact that extends far beyond our walls. And because of that, we’re a workplace that stands out. Our investment in our people shows in both the successful outcomes of their mahi, and our consistent top-tier engagement scores in healthcare and social assistance.

The Team Lead role sits within the wider group of Team Leaders at Equip, which is a fun, motivated and engaged team who are united through the mahi, and reports to our General Manager.

**The role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi**:

- Lead a dynamic team at Koromiko House, our North Shore respite service
- Plan, organise, and evaluate service delivery to tangata whaiora
- Contribute to our supportive, empowering team culture
- Building and nurturing a small yet high-performing team of Registered Health Professionals
- Work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional on-call shifts)
- Orchestrating the seamless delivery of our services
- Ensuring a safe and effective environment for all
- Continuously evaluating and improving our care practices

Koromiko House offers respite services in a safe, serene, and nurturing environment for up to seven tangata whai ora, 24/7. Guests typically stay between 4 to 10 days as they prepare to transition back to their homes. We pride ourselves on providing personalised support that fosters recovery and well-being, ensuring that each guest feels at home during their stay.

We empower our tangata whai ora, to chart their own course towards independence and well-being. Our holistic approach empowers individuals to set and achieve self-directed goals, reinforce positive routines, develop robust coping strategies and maximise their potential and quality of life.

As our Team Leader, you'll be the driving force behind success for tangata whai ora and the team of professionals in your team. Your leadership will be instrumental in guiding our tangata whai ora through each stage of their wellness journey, setting the stage for their successful transition and continued growth.

**You | Mōu**:
We’re looking for individuals who share our values and have an inherent commitment and passion for supporting people in our communities.

**Essential attributes**:

- Registered Health Professional
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Clean, full NZ driver's license
- NZ resident or a valid NZ work visa
- Strong technology skills, with experience using Microsoft Office and databases
- Ability to build rapport and empathise with people from diverse backgrounds

Demonstrable personal commitment to and promotion of Equip core values**Desirable**:

- Experience in the Mental Health sector
- Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural concepts
- Ki te kōrero koe i Te Reo Māori he painga It’s a bonus if you speak Te Reo Māori

**The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou**
- **Professional Development Opportunities**:We offer external and internal paid training opportunities, Professional and leadership development programmes, Support towards professional registration and study placements.
- **Health and Wellbeing**:We offer a comprehensive Employment Assistance Programme - we prioritise mental wellbeing for everyone Discounted childcare at the Windsor Park Centre, extra sick leave, day off on your birthday, flu vaccine, discounted health insurance, a holistic view of home and work life to enable balance in the lives of our kaimahi
- **Team Culture**:We hold regular team building days where we all put down the tools and encourage whanaungatanga, stay accountable with internal policies to ensure manageable work hours and adequate down time,and weave Te Ao Māori into our daily routine with karakia and waiata
- **Work Equipment**: You’ll be given a laptop and phone for work purposes, enjoy use of our modern hybrid fleet of vehicles for everyday work activities and have free on-site parking.

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