As a hospital level-care residential facility for people aged 16 to 65 years of age, St John of God Halswell supports people living with physical and/or neurological disabilities. We pride ourselves on our unique model of care which orients our service towards achieving a fulfilling and enriching life for our residents. Working hand in hand with our clinical team, our diversional therapy team are creative and resourceful, resulting in a programme of activities and events that are just as much fun for the caregivers as they are for the residents they support.
Set in park-like gardens in a quiet suburb in central Halswell, the 60-bed facility delivers residential and respite care as well as transitional and outpatient rehabilitation services.
Our Transitional Rehabilitation service at The Granada Centre works in close partnership with BIRS and Burwood Spinal Unit to support people from around New Zealand. Our skilled team employs a diversity of specialties to support people towards their goals of community living.
This is a permanent, full-time role of 40 hours per week.
The benefits of joining us at St John of God Halswell:
Make a real difference in the lives of people living with disabilities.
Free on-site parking.
Supportive learning and development focused environment.
Values-driven culture that fosters healthy resident and caregiver environments.
Unique and inspiring Model of Care.
Access to Boost employee benefits programme.
The ideal candidate for a role with us:
NZ practising Certificate ideally with a traceable work history.
If you are not a NZ Citizen or permanent resident, you must hold a valid NZ Work Visa.
Strong organisational and leadership skills.
Proven ability to effectively liaise with other health professionals and a multi-disciplinary team.
Great communication skills including the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Up to date IT skills required for documenting into our electronic health metrics software.
Desired Skills and Experience Diversity Statement
At St John of God Hauora Trust, we employ and are privileged to work with people from a range of cultures, beliefs, abilities, genders, and sexual identities.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
If you have any queries regarding this role or would like a copy of the Position Description, please email ******.
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