Fixed term opportunity working for a leading mental health provider
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, based in Nelson
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Pathways | Mo matou
As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we foster strong whanau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.
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About the role | Mo tenei turanga mahi
Join our Waimea Residential Recovery Service as a Support Worker and offer support to people who are facing mental health challenges to live their best lives according to them.
The Waimea service supports high-needs guests on their mental health journey and can house up to 16 whai ora. This role is challenging but rewarding, offering the chance to make a real difference in people's lives.
You'll:
Work together to identify, set and reach their goals – to be healthier, do an activity or learn something new, developing a garden, being creative, or enjoying things in the community
Support people with independent daily living skills – cooking, cleaning, gardening and everyday household tasks
Focus on the individual's needs and provide culturally safe practice
Complete relevant administrative tasks, take comprehensive notes, provide effective handovers to the next shift, and support and collaborate with your colleagues
This is a fixed term role covering maternity leave with the end date to be confirmed. You'll be working 24 hours per week working Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, based in Nelson.
You're non-judgemental and have a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of those we support, and are prepared to do whatever it takes
You have high cultural competency, knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Hold a current full and clean New Zealand driver's licence
Hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate covering units 6400, 6401 and 6402 or be willing to obtain one within 3 months of employment
Preferred but not essential to hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognised equivalent) or be willing to commence study towards this qualification within six months of starting with us and complete it within 2 years.
Closing date | Ra Katinga: 22 December 2024. Please note, this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found. Communication may be limited during the Christmas period.
Contact: Rosie Dawn, Team Coach on 027 260 6135 if you have any questions.
For further information, visit our website www.pathways.co.nz
Pathways is committed 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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