Our fast-paced Crisis Respite service, located in Domain Terrace, provides short term bed-based support for people experiencing mental distress and crisis. We provide a homely and supportive environment, so that when leave, they feel able to face the world again.We are looking for a new team member who has a caring and empathetic nature and a passion for making a difference in the lives of our tangata.The shift pattern will be Monday to Thursday, alternating AMs and PMs.Week 1: Monday - Thursday PM (17:30 - 23:00)Week 2: Monday - Thursday AM (07:00 - 12:30)Mo Te Tunga | About The roleThis role would suit someone who have lived experience of their own mental or emotional distress, has a passion for actively participating in the recovery journey of our tangata, and has experience working in the mental health sector.You will be required to:Work alongside tangata and other staff to manage the high turnover of referrals, the intake and exit of Crisis Respite guests while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for people to stay.Support tangata in working towards the goals recommended by the referrers.Support tangata in connecting with external agencies for ongoing support after leaving respite.Engage with tangata to assess and assist with their wellbeing and be an advocate and emotional support where necessary.Assist/complete individual documentation, and necessary external reporting.Administer medications in collaboration with other staff.Support the daily living processes and relationships within residential environments.Work together within the team to maintain and achieve the required cooking and cleaning tasks which create a homely environment.Implement residential routines.We would like you to have the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with tangata and colleagues. You will be a skilled Support Worker who can support tangata in a culturally safe way.In this role we want you to:You have a compassionate and caring nature with good communication skills and a strong work ethic.A New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) or a relevant qualification with recognized mental health equivalency.Recognised Peer Support training (e.g., Intentional Peer Support)A willingness to commit to and support the bicultural journey that Stepping Stone Trust is on as we live out our partnership under Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.Focus on the recovery of our tangata by ensuring that their needs are met.The skills to engage and motivate people in a wide range of situations to achieve quality outcomes.A certain degree of computer literacy.The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and tangata.Assist with meal preparation and housework.A friendly work environment where you, together with support staff, can make a difference in people's lives.Paid birthday leave (after six months permanent employment).Paid sick leave (after three months permanent employment).Internal training and development opportunities.We are a faith-based organisation, delivering mental health recovery services, and our mission is to journey with people to find a place of standing, hope, recovery, and wellness. We champion our values of Faith, Grace, Hope, Love, and Integrity in our work by bringing the best of ourselves to every situation and put the wellbeing of all the people we care for, first.Applications close 5pm Wednesday 9 th Oct 2024.If you are interested in this role and have a passion for helping and supporting tangata in our community, then we would love to hear from you. For further information and/or a Position Description please contact recruitment on 03 338 6390 or email ****** . We look forward to receiving your cover letter and CV.Applications are reviewed as we receive them, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to hire employees and close a job before the advertised closing date.Stepping Stone Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and we strive to attract and maintain a diverse workforce. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and ensures a positive culture for people to work in.All applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.** Our organisation has a strong commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people; and any employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to the role for which they have applied.Join our mailing list for exclusive job hunting tips and offers: Your information has been added to our mailing list successfully!
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