Mental Health Support Worker - FT/PT/Casual available
About this job
As a Mental Health Support Worker/Rehabilitation Coach, you will work with clients to provide support and encouragement as they go about their daily tasks.
Day in the life of a Mental Health Support Worker / Rehabilitation Coach...
• Responsible for maintaining clients' safety and providing guidance whilst joining them on various outings and participating in daily activities. • Helping clients achieve their goals as per their plans. • Supporting clients to foster hope, identify strengths and develop resilience recognising that these are key components of the approach to leading a more positive and independent life. • Provide professional personal care in many aspects of daily routine; hygiene, showering/bathing, medication, meals, dressing, etc. • Be part of a positive environment with compassion, care, patience, and a sense of humour.
The overall purpose of this role is to achieve maximised level of independence for client whilst providing a positive and safe living environment.
This is a facility based support work. You will be stationed in one of four facility locations: Kumeu, Ranui, Kelston, Ramarama. However, flexibility is required to be able to cover other sites as needed.
****Full time, Part time, Casual positions available****
Job Requirements
What you will need to bring: • Team oriented and be a great communicator • A full NZ driver licence • Reliable transport • Proficiency in computer literacy - MS Suite • NZ residency / valid NZ Work Visa • Common sense and problem solving ability • Able to remain calm in challenging situations • Clean MOJ • Level 4 Mental Health Support related certification advantageous (overseas nursing qualification may be considered)
- Days of work
- 5 day roster between Mon-Sun with at least one weekend (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $23.38 - $29.10 (depending on experience and qualification)
- Job Category
- Nursing Support and Personal Care Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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