Mental Health Support Worker

3 days ago

Horowhenua District ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand IHC New Zealand Full time

Based in Paraparaumu / Raumati South
- Full time hours
- Fixed minimum hours and days off, but the timing of your rostered shifts will vary depending on service needs. You must have flexibility to work a combination of morning, evening and night/wakeover shifts.
- $23.84 - $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

IDEA Services runs a small mental health service near Wellington offering supported accommodation to individuals with high or complex needs with mental health challenges, intellectual disabilities or dual diagnosis.
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The team provides around the clock support with the expertise and training to work with people who endure mental health and disability problems.
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The service places value on the environment, importance of support, access to good food, exercise, social relationships, hope, human rights and being involved in the local community. The people we support take an active part in decision-making through meetings and committees.

The supported accommodation service is a cluster of six homes in a neighbourhood near Raumati beach. Staff work across the site, supporting residents to set goals, manage medication, complete activities of daily living, and explore new possibilities for growth and development. We work closely with local health and support services.

Check out our website to learn more: Become a Support Worker

**Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring**

No prior experience in the health and disability sector is necessary, but a strong desire to pursue a career as a Support Worker with a positive attitude is highly valued. Full training and orientation will be provided to individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
- Flexibility to work a range f rostered shifts rostered shifts.
- A calm nature and confidence to work with challenging behaviours.
- Comfortable and proficient in using computers and tablets daily.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Physical fitness to provide necessary physical support.
- A Full NZ driver's license.

**Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?**
- $23.84 - $29.10 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications.
- IDEA Services will support you towards completion of the Level 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in Health and Wellbeing qualifications.
- Generous long service leave entitlements plus insurance benefits after 2 years' service.
- 'Refer a friend' Bonus programme.
- FREE Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support.

**Mō mātou | About us**

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community. IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
**Taylor Spence**
**07 838 7698**

**Job Details**:

- Reference #
- 32600
- Posted on
- 23 Jan 2025
- Closes on
- 16 Feb 2025 09:00
- Location(s)
- Horowhenua / Kapiti / Mana
- Expertise
- Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare
- Job level(s)
- Entry (no qualifications/experience), Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience
- Work type(s)
- Permanent full-time

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