Supported Independent Living - Horowhenua
About this job
About the Role: Supporting a variety of people in the Horowhenua Region to achieve their goals and aspirations, through enabling independence and providing support where needed. Each client will require an individualised level of support and care requirements, and you may support them with any of the following.
Personal Cares and/or Basic Home Management Medication Administration and/or Monitoring Grocery Shopping and/or Meal Preparation Community Engagement and Socialisation Support and/or Advocacy to Appointments Helping people achieve their Goals and Aspirations
Job Requirements
Skills and Experience:
Lived or work experience caring for others A passion for people, be patient, friendly and kind The ability to understand, communicate and connect with a variety of people and their whanau Professionalism, honesty, and be a reliable team player with a flexible approach Full NZ Driver License and reliable personal transport Willingness to work every second weekend and flexibility to cover shifts by agreement The right to work in New Zealand A NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing or commitment to working towards a qualification funded by MASH Trust An understanding of Enabling Good Lives principles and Whanau Ora is advantageous MOJ and Drug test
Benefits:
An excellent working environment and a great team atmosphere Rewarding work where you can make a positive difference to the people you support and the wider community Extensive on-boarding and ongoing training including study funded by MASH Trust. Study days and MASH Day Career growth and advancement Free yearly flu vaccinations MASH Trust are a leading provider of disability, mental health, and addiction services. We have services throughout the lower North Island with over 550 staff and volunteers.
As a learning organisation we offer funded Health & Wellbeing qualifications and study days to support you with your learning.
We work as one team, empowering each other to promote community inclusion and self-determination for those we walk alongside.
- Days of work
- To be discussed. Varied days and hours available. Includes weekend work (20 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- TBC Depending on Experience
- Job Category
- Welfare Support Workers
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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