Be a part of a supportive and high performing team. Work local + Bring your whole self to work + Value Diversity
Emerge Aotearoa is a social services organisation providing a range of services to whanau, including Health and Disability, Youth and Transitional Housing. Our kaimahi all have a common goal - helping people realise their potential with the aim of supporting whanau to live their best life as independently as possible.
Our Support Workers have a vital role to play. You will provide care and support to our Rangatahi with difficult behaviours and encourage and motivate them to make good choices. You will be walking alongside Rangatahi as they learn to live independently, learn new skills, connect with their community, and set and achieve goals.
This is a genuine opportunity to positively influence people, help them grow and successfully transition back into the community.
This is a part-time role working 20 hours per week. The service operates 24/7 and you will be rostered Monday - Sunday.
Your duties will include but are not limited to: Establish a rapport with Rangatahi and their whanau.Provide day to day support in alignment with their goals and support plans including risk management plans and Safety Plans.Work with Rangatahi to identify significant goals. Provide encouragement and support them to achieve their goals.Attend and contribute to team meetings, bringing ideas and updating others on their activities.Ensure all incidents are documented appropriately.Minimum Requirements: A Level 4 (or higher) qualification in Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, and Addiction, or the willingness to work towards one.A minimum of 1 year experience working with Youth.Experience with a recovery-focused approach to deliver quality service to our whanau.Flexibility to work 24/7 rostered shifts.A current full New Zealand driver's license.Eligibility to work in New Zealand.Benefits: Learning, development, and training opportunities.Additional paid leave allowance: 3 days of well-being leave and study leave.A supportive manager, and a team who celebrates success.This role will be advertised until filled so apply today. Reference # 36290
Posted on 29 Oct 2024
Closes on 28 Nov 2024 23:55
Location(s) Rotorua
Expertise Youth
Job level(s) Entry (no qualification/experience), Experienced (less than 2 years), Experienced (2 years +)
"Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a warm, welcoming and Rainbow safe space. We celebrate diversity and you can bring your authentic self to work every day."
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