Mō mātou | About Hōhepa
Working at Hōhepa, is different from the average, you become part of our community of people, staff, volunteers, and contractors who all have a common goal - helping people to reach their full potential and lead enriched and meaningful lives in a holistic, supportive environment. We are a community leader providing services and support for people living with an intellectual disability to live their best lives and find a valued place in our society. Inspired by Dr Rudolf Steiner’s principles of anthroposophy, we seek to understand each person and situation as unique, not a one size fits all philosophy.
Mō te tūranga | About the Role
You will be providing daily support for William at his home in Somerfield. William has lived independently in his local community for many years. However, due to early onset dementia, he now requires full-time assistance and is being supported by Hōhepa.
William enjoys spending time outdoors whether it be visiting the local park to play some basketball or enjoying a coffee at a local café. At home, he loves music (Rock and Roll!) and helping out around the house, especially with cooking and meal preparation.
We are looking for an additional team member to join our team of five, who can create a caring, reliable, and reassuring environment for William, helping to minimise his confusion and distress.
You will be committed to building a trusting relationship with William and providing calm reassurance when he is disoriented. You should have proven ability to work collaboratively in a small team to provide consistent support that adapts to William's changing needs as his condition progresses.
You will be energetic, empathetic, and able to work alongside William, focusing on creating a life of rich and diverse experiences while being able to read situations, problem-solve, and apply boundaries or offer space as needed.
Daily tasks include supporting William with personal care, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks. You should be passionate about helping people access and be part of their wider community. If you are looking for a new challenge, this could be the opportunity for you.
This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.50 and $28.25 per hour.
Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:
- Wednesday to Saturday 7am to 3pm
Total Hours per fortnight: 64
Mō koe | About You
Your aroha and approach is what really matters at Hōhepa – previous experience is not a prerequisite because we provide on-the-job training. You will either be an experienced Support Worker looking for a change or you are simply looking for a career where your enthusiasm and passion for helping others will make a real difference in people’s lives. To thrive in a Support Worker role at Hōhepa you will be:
- Self-motivated, energetic and flexible with a high level of initiative.
- A team player - Work closely with and supporting your colleagues, creating a great team environment.
- A kind nature with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn and continue to develop your skills as a support worker.
- A commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all aspects of the role.
Nga hua o te mahi ki a Hōhepa | Benefits of working at Hōhepa
At Hōhepa, as part of our team you will:
- Have certainty of hours through fixed rosters
- Enjoy a great person to-staff ratio, allowing for more personalised support
- Work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
- Receive ongoing support for your professional and career development
- Support to complete a NZQF Certificate in Health and Wellbeing level, 2, 3 or 4
- Long service leave
- Christchurch City Council Gym and Pool Membership discounts
- Untamed Organic Vegetable discount
Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now!
Applicants must have a NZ full driver’s licence and ability to work in New Zealand.
Please note that the 90-day trial period will apply to any successful applicant who hasn’t previously worked for Hōhepa Canterbury
At Hōhepa the role of a Support Coordinator is what is often referred to in the wider healthcare sector as a Support Worker. We feel that the title Support Coordinator better reflects the nature of the role, which requires working in partnership with the people receiving support to ensure we are achieving our organisation mission of every life fully lived.