Support Worker - St John Service

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 share a common goal – helping people reach their full potential and lead enriched, 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 St John Service is based at our main Hōhepa Campus and is looking for a new Support Worker! In this role you will be supporting three men who are aged between their 40s and 60s with their own interests, support needs and routines. Noel enjoys going for walks, completing puzzles and crosswords, and spending time taking things apart and putting them back together again. Steve enjoys knitting and helps with grocery shopping and other household tasks. Burt is a passionate rugby fan who enjoys following the game, as well as carving with both wood and stone. The men enjoy spending time together and head out each week for shared activities such as bowling, going out for dessert, or watching a rugby game. They also love attending Hōhepa events and value maintaining friendships and connections within the Hōhepa community. You will be energetic, empathetic, and able to work side‑by‑side with these individuals, focussing on creating a life of rich and diverse experiences while reading situations, problem‑solving, setting boundaries, or offering space. Daily tasks include supporting with daily routines while encouraging independence to develop skills and personal growth. You will be confident to support personal cares, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks. You will be passionate about supporting and extending people’s ability to 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 dependent on qualification level, paying between $23.95 and $30 per hour. Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours Week One Sunday 4 pm to 9:30 pm, 9:30 pm to 7 am (Sleepover) Monday 7 am to 9 am, 4 pm to 9:30 pm, 9:30 pm to 7 am (Sleepover) Tuesday 7 am to 9 am Saturday 4 pm to 10:30 pm, 10:30 pm to 8 am (Sleepover) Week Two Sunday 4 pm to 9:30 pm, 9:30 pm to 7 am (Sleepover) Monday 7 am to 9 am, 4 pm to 9:30 pm, 9:30 pm to 7 am (Sleepover) Tuesday 7 am to 9 am Hands‑on hours: 36.5 | Sleepover hours: 47.5 Total Hours per fortnight: 84 Mō koe | About You 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. Team‑player – working closely with and supporting your colleagues, creating a great team environment. Kind‑natured with a can‑do attitude and a willingness to learn and continue to develop your skills as a support worker. Committed 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 an NZQF Certificate in Health and Wellbeing levels 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’s mission of every life fully lived. #J-18808-Ljbffr