Casual Support Worker

Details of the offer

Casual positions available based out of New Plymouth
Shifts available across 24 hours, 7 days per week
New competitive hourly rates + ongoing training and support
Work alongside tangata whaiora to maintain physical,emotional & spiritual wellness. Assist them with meal prep, clean-up &other daily living tasks.

Pathways | Mo matou
As a leading mental health and addictionservice in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in theircommunities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, wefoster strong whanau connections. Our commitment to personalised support isreflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.

The Benefits | Nga ahuatanga kei a matou

New competitive hourly rates
Ongoing training and support in your role and career
EAP Support Services
Great team around you every day working in an organisation that believes in its purpose.
Be part of a supportive team where work-life balance is encouraged
About the role | Mo teneituranga mahi
You will be reporting to the Team Coach and joining our Taranaki Pathways team,based out of New Plymouth, working with Support Workers who all have the commonpurpose to support people experiencing mental illness.

Please indicate in your application which shifts you are applying for:
Day Shifts: 7 AM - 3.30 PM; 7.30 AM - 4 PM
Afternoon shifts: 1 PM - 7.30 PM; 3 PM - 11.30 PM
Night shifts (8 hours awake): 11 PM - 7.30 AM

As a casual Support Worker, youwill always have variety in your work. You will cover leave for permanentSupport Workers - the hours of work are not regular and are offered when theybecome available. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and you willbe based in New Plymouth, Taranaki.

Responsibilities include:

Budgeting and independent daily living skills
Attending appointments and advocating for people.
Medication support
Work in a recovery-focused way
Cleaning, cooking, or helping with everyday household tasks in preparation for transition to independent living in the community.
Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent. Alternatively, you will commence study towards this within six months of starting your employment with Pathways. This needs to be completed within two years of commencement. Pathways offers significant support for Support Workers to complete this study.
To work in respite/acute services applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or be currently studying towards this qualification or a recognised equivalent.
You must be able to be flexible and available for varying shifts- including awake night shifts.
You must hold a current full driver's licence
You must hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
You're a communicator – a positive person who loves working with people
Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Applications close: Thursday, 12th December 2024.   PLEASE NOTE: thisadvert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closingdate.

Contact:  Sarah Cox - Team Coach on ******

For further information, visit our website www.pathways.co.nz

Pathways iscommitted to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke free environment.We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness &addictions to apply.

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