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Community Helper

7 days ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Hohepa Canterbury Full time

About Hohepa Canterbury

At Hohepa Canterbury, we are dedicated to providing a supportive environment for individuals with intellectual disabilities. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping our clients achieve their full potential and live enriched lives.

We are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ensuring that our clients receive tailored support that meets their unique needs. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and is always looking for like-minded individuals to join us.

About the Role

In this position, you will be working closely with Hudson, a young man who resides independently at Kereru Service. Located in Hoon Hay, Kereru Service is a short drive from the main Hohepa Campus. Hudson requires an experienced Support Worker who can utilize their skills and passion for working with youth or young adults who exhibit challenging behaviors.

Hudson attends school and enjoys various activities, including swimming at local pools and going on bike rides. One of his biggest passions is attending car shows, which he finds incredibly exciting. In this role, you will join Hudson on these activities, encouraging him to develop independence and connect further within the community.

Your responsibilities will include daily routines, promoting independence, and developing skills and personal growth. You will also be responsible for supporting personal care, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks. A key aspect of this role is being passionate about supporting and extending people's ability to access and participate in their wider community.

Job Requirements

To thrive in this Support Worker role, you should possess:

  • A self-motivated, energetic, and flexible nature with a high level of initiative.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A kind nature with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn and continue developing your skills as a support worker.
  • A commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all aspects of the role.

Rostered Hours

The rostered hours for this position are as follows:

  • Week One: Tuesday (3pm-10:30pm, 10:30pm-6:30am), Wednesday (6:30am-9am), Saturday (7:30am-4pm).
  • Week Two: Sunday (4pm-10:30pm, 10:30pm-6:30am), Monday (6:30am-9am, 3pm-10:30pm, 10:30pm-6:30am), Friday (3pm-10:30pm, 10:30pm-7:30am), Saturday (7:30am-4pm).

Total Hours per Fortnight

The total hours per fortnight for this position are 86.5 hours, with 53.5 hours classified as hands-on time and 33 hours as sleepover time.