Join a leading Kaupapa Maori Organisation - Making a difference in the community!
About the organisation
Te Runanga o Kirikiriroa is a kaupapa Maori organisation that prides itself on working to a family-centred, tikanga guided, wellbeing approach. With a team of 100+ professionals, they are committed to delivering mental health, youth, housing and other social services in Hamilton city and beyond. The overriding mission of everyone who works at this organisation is a desire to improve holistic wellbeing and development to all.
About the Role
Te Runanga o Kirikiriroa is seeking passionate and dedicated Kaiawhina Permanent Support Workers to join their Nga Whare Tuhono, Mental Health Residential Service. Nga Whare Tuhono is a 22-bed facility supporting whanaunga over an extended period (6 months +) with the aim to transition whanaunga towards semi & fully independent living. You will be working with people from all walks of life starting from ages 18+.
Position details
Monday - Sunday, (12-hour shift rostered 4 days on, 4 days off shift rotation). Please note, the role requires to work on a roster of 8.00am-8.00pm on a fortnightly rotational basis. This may change to 7.00am - 7.00pm as required by business needs.Starting from $27.50 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience, aligned with pay equity)A day in the role
Providing emotional support and companionshipMonitoring and reporting on whanaunga progressAdvocating for the whanaungaSupporting personal developmentHandling crisis situations when requiredCollaborating with internal and external healthcare professionals and servicesRespecting and accommodating cultural and personal differencesWe are seeking Kaiawhina Support Workers who will
Pride themselves on their ability to work to a whanau first, tikanga based, wellbeing approachDemonstrate genuine empathy and active listening to concerns and needs of whanaunga whilst remaining supportiveBe able to follow procedures and instructionsHave a reasonable level of computer literacy to complete case notes and other electronic documents e.g., emailsMinimum Requirements:
Have 1-3 years working in a kaupapa Maori environmentHave 1-3 years support work experienceHave a level 4 qualification in mental health and addiction or higher, te reo Maori, tikanga Maori or be prepared to study towards one or more of these qualificationsHave evidence of being fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19Have a full drivers licenceHave proof of your right to work in New Zealand (One year minimum) Benefits
Work with a passionate, driven organisation and experienced leadership teamContribute to urban Maori and Pasifika communities and support the holistic wellbeing of everyone seeking supportContinuous professional development and training opportunities availableMedical InsuranceFree parkingMonthly Supervision / MentoringIf you believe you would enjoy working in a kaupapa Maori organisation, possess a strong work ethic, and envision your career pathway in supporting our whanaunga, then this is the perfect role for you! Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference in people's lives, apply now!
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Skills
Community Service, Social Service, Support work, Support worker, mental health
Qualifications
Level 4 qualification in te reo Maoritikanga Maorior readiness to study towards these qualifications Education
Secondary School/High School
Level 4 qualification in te reo Maori, tikanga Maori, or readiness to study towards these qualifications
#J-18808-Ljbffr