Casual Residential Support Workers - Mental Health & Addictions Skip to content Casual Residential Support Workers - Mental Health & Addictions Community Development (Community Services & Development) Arataki Ministries provide community mental health services in Whangarei and the wider Northland area. We currently have a vacancies for casual Residential/Community Support Workers based in our 24/7 7-bed flatting style community Intensive Supported Rehab facility located in Whangarei. Additional hours will also be available on occasions. We endeavour to make a real difference for people with mental illness who would otherwise have a long stay in the acute mental health ward but whose special needs can be met in a community/NGO setting with style, innovation and a strengths focus. The successful applicant will: Have completed the Certificate in Mental Health and Addictions (L4) or equivalent, or equivalent Have a sound knowledge of working with people with mental health and addiction issues and have a recovery and strengths focus Have common sense and ability to work as a member of the team and autonomously Have knowledge of community resources available is highly desirable Have good communication skills; verbal and written Have strong IT skills Have a FULL and clean driver's license- No exceptions as there may be times required to transport clients Have a clear police record Please note we will conduct interviews for suitable candidates as they come to hand. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Your application, a current CV and a cover letter should be emailed to ****** or dropped in at our head office at 5 Wolfe Street, Whangarei. Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a Mental Health Support Worker? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence? To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. What can I earn as a Mental Health Support Worker #J-18808-Ljbffr