Casual Support Worker

Description

Summary: Join a vibrant residential service as a Casual Support Worker, providing empathetic support to Tangata Whaiora and contributing to meaningful outcomes. Highlights: 1. Support individuals to build life skills and maintain wellbeing 2. Contribute to meaningful outcomes and positive change daily 3. Join a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven team **Your Career - For People, For Purpose** Apply your skills and make a difference every day at Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa. **He kōrero mō mātou | About Us** Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing and housing services. We believe that everyone is capable of living full and rich lives in their communities of choice. In every aspect of our work, we are committed to helping whānau be the best they can be. **He kōrero mō te tūranga | The Role** Join our vibrant 12-bed Kilbirnie residential service as a Casual Support Worker. You'll provide support, ensuring a safe and calm environment for Tangata Whaiora. We're seeking a reliable, empathetic team player with strong computer skills, flexibility for extra shifts, and willingness to help with cleaning and other support tasks. As a casual team member, you’ll have the flexibility to pick up shifts, supporting tāngata whaiora to build life skills, maintain wellbeing, and participate in their communities. Every day you’ll contribute to meaningful outcomes and positive change. You must be willing to work all shift patterns including wakeover. We have 3 Casual Support Worker roles available. **He kōrero mōu | About You** We're looking for someone who's positive, adaptable, and compassionate. You'll bring your enthusiasm and empathy to the table, inspiring Tangata Whaiora to realise their potential. With your warm, professional approach, you'll easily build trust while keeping strong boundaries. To thrive in this role, you'll bring: - Mental health support work experience - **A NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4.** - Must hold and maintain First Aid certification including CPR (or be willing and able to complete this). - The capacity to work effectively with external partners to provide wraparound support for those accessing our services. - A degree of resilience and emotional intelligence to navigate the demands of mental health support work. - A solid understanding of recovery principles and a commitment to empowering others. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - A full, clean driver's license and eligibility to work in New Zealand. **Ko tā mātou mahi | What We Offer** Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team: - Rates of $25.67 - $30.52 per hour + KiwiSaver (based on qualifications) - A supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven team environment - Ongoing learning and development opportunities - Access to EAP support, health and wellbeing services, and professional supervision - Staff discounts with Southern Cross Health Insurance, PB Tech, and more - Many opportunities to grow within one of Aotearoa's largest and most trusted for-purpose organisations **Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply** Ready to make a difference? Hit the apply button, upload your CV, and share a bit about yourself in a cover letter. Let's create positive change together!