Wise Group

http://www.pathways.co.nz

Support Worker
Wise Group
Location: Porirua, Wellington
Category: Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $23.96 – $29.83 per hour

About the Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Are you looking for a role with excellent benefits? Imagine a job that provides you with a meal during your awake night shifts, two annual wellbeing days, and additional employer contributions to your Kiwisaver!

This position is within our residential service, supporting individuals in the mental health sector as they transition from inpatient care to living independently in the community.

Shift Details:

Thursday to Saturday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Based in Wellington

Your primary focus will be helping individuals in the evening to advance their recovery journey, improve their wellbeing, and lead fulfilling lives. This might involve tasks like assisting with meal preparation and maintaining a tidy environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide culturally safe and individual-centered support to enhance recovery.
Complete administrative tasks, maintain accurate records, and deliver effective shift handovers.
Support the day shift by handling tasks such as filing, restocking first aid and emergency kits, and preparing paperwork while clients are asleep.

About You | Mōu

Caring and empathetic by nature, you understand the importance of empowering individuals to take charge of their own recovery journey.

Requirements:

Qualification: Hold a Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or an equivalent recognized qualification. Check equivalencies here
Driver’s License: Possess a full and current license.
First Aid: Hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate (units 6400, 6401, and 6402) or be willing to obtain one within three months of employment.
Cultural Competency: Demonstrate knowledge of, and commitment to, the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.