Support Worker

1 week ago

New Plymouth, New Zealand YMCA Full time

T**e Whare o Tapatahi is a dedicated rough sleeping shelter providing emergency accommodation and holistic support for individuals experiencing homelessness in Nga Motu.** Operated by YMCA Nga Motu, the shelter embodies the values of manaakitanga (care and support), kotahitanga (unity), and whanaungatanga (relationships) to **create a safe and supportive environment for tangata whaiora (clients).**

**At the initial stage,** we will only be providing bathroom, laundry and kitchen facilities for the rough sleeping community for 2 days a week. We require 4 casual Support Workers, hours may be rostered between 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm, Monday to Friday. There will be two Support Workers on site each night.

**The Support Workers will be responsible for** providing direct care and support to individuals experiencing homelessness, assisting them with the shelter facilities, provide supervision, crisis intervention, security and maintain health and safety while the individuals are using our site.
- Experience in homelessness services, emergency accommodation or social work.
- An understanding of the challenges faced by homeless individuals.
- Demonstrates empathy and sensitivity towards individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Te Ao Maori values and culturally responsive practices.
- Experience in crisis response, de-escalation, and trauma-informed practice.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Understanding of mental health, addiction and domestic violence support services.
- Strict adherence to health and safety standards and procedures.
- A full clean driver’s licence.

Desirable:

- Experience working in a Kaupapa Maori or bicultural setting.
- Familiarity with Housing First, harm reduction and strength-based approaches.
- Ability to speak Te Reo Maori or a Pacific language.

**If you are passionate about homelessness support and social justice, and want to be part of a transformative service, we would love to hear from you**

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

The YMCA Taranaki is committed to Child Protection and the safeguarding of tamariki and young people in our care and it is our expectation that all staff will operate in a way that reflects this intent. As such we adhere to the requirements under the Children’s Act, i.e. police check and references.

**Job Type**: Casual

Schedule:

- Shift work

Work Location: In person

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