Residential Support Worker

Emerge Aotearoa

Northland
Permanent
Full-time

26 days ago

He kōrero mō mātou | About UsEmerge Aotearoa provides a range of services to Whānau, including Health and Disability, Youth and Transitional Housing. Our Kaimahi all have a common goal - helping people realise their potential with the aim of supporting whānau to live their best life as independently as possible.He kōrero mō te tūranga | The RoleAs a Support Worker at Emerge Aotearoa, you will play a crucial role in providing support, encouragement, and assistance to our Whaiora. You will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, collaborating to deliver person-centered care and facilitate positive outcomes for those we serve.In this role you will join Whaiora on their well-being journey, providing a safe environment and supporting them with their goals and daily tasks with the focus of empowering and supporting our clients to be independent, to maintain their wellness and achieve their goals as we walk alongside them and assist in any way possible.We are looking for someone who is positive, flexible, and compassionate to work in our service. You'll be a natural problem solver and enjoy connecting with the community in line with our Whaiora support plans.We are currently looking for a special person to join the team, in a residential house in beautiful Whangarei. You must be flexible to work around rostered shifts. Permanent full-time (40 hours per week).He kōrero mōu | About You

Experience in Mental Health Support is essential
National Certificate in Mental Health Support Work (Level 4) or commitment towards obtaining the relevant minimum qualification.
Full New Zealand Driving License
Strong computer skills
A 'can-do' attitude
The ability to demonstrate strong personal and professional boundaries
A caring and supportive attitude

Although it is preferred that you have experience in a similar role or a formal qualification, we encourage you to apply if you have lived experience or experience with whanau who have experienced mental distress. We can support you to gain your level 4 in Health and Wellbeing.Ko tā mātou mahi | We offerIn addition to driving change in YOUR community, you'll be doing so in a national organisation with opportunities for you to grow and develop.AND finally, you'll join a group of people that live by our values - which means you can take pride in not just what we achieve, but HOW we achieve it.Me pēhea te tono mai | How to applyIf you are excited about the opportunity to join our team as a Support Worker at Emerge Aotearoa, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role.While we are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, we are unable to consider applications from anyone who does not currently have the right to legally work in Aotearoa.This role will be advertised until filled so apply today.

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