Mental Health Support Worker - FT/PT/Casual available
About this job
Recruiting for Mental Health Support Workers and Rehabilitation Coaches to work with Mental Health and TBI clients at various sites across West Auckland.
We have full time, part time, and casual work available across all seven days of the week. There are a variety of different shifts available both day and night, so there is quite a lot of flexibility in work hours if you desire.
About the role:
As a Mental Health Support Worker or Rehabilitation Coach you will work with our clients to provide support and encouragement as they go about their daily tasks.
• 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****
Send your CV through today! Email Hans.Kim003@msd.govt.nz with the job ID 22614809 as reference and an introduction about you.
Job Requirements
What you will need to bring: • A high attention to detail as documentation is an important part of this role • 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 • A level 4 Mental Health Support related certification advantageous (overseas nursing qualification may be considered) • Relevant experience is a MUST for Full-time and Part-time opportunities
- Days of work
- 5 day roster between Mon-Sun with at least one weekend (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- Depending on experience
- Job Category
- Aged and Disabled Carers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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