Support Worker - Urgent Role

We are looking for a focused Support Worker to join our all-star team at Odyssey in Auckland.
Growing your career as a Full Time Support Worker is a fantastic opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in leadership, planning and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Support Worker at Odyssey today!

Support Worker

Odyssey

Closing date: 10/02/2023

Permanent Part Time

Auckland

We have two part-time Support Worker roles available working at our Family Centre. This is a 10-bed residential facility for parents with accompanying children, located on a six-acre park-like site in West Auckland. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team that provides treatment and support in partnership with clients/tāngata whai ora (people seeking wellness) and their whānau. 

Both positions work rostered shifts as follows:

1. Support Worker (24 hours per week) 

Monday: 7.45 am - 3.45 pm

Friday: 2.15 pm - 10.15 pm

Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm

2. Support Worker (16 hours per week):  

Saturday and Sunday:  2.15 pm to 10.15 pm

Our ideal candidates will have:  

1+ years’ experience working in a social services, addictions or mental health care setting (as a Supporter Worker or a similar role)

A certificate (L4) in Health and Care,  or a willingness to work towards this (with organisational support)

A sense of humour and strong people skills

An interest in Māori tikanga and Pacific customs and culture

Full NZ driver’s license

In return we offer:

A competitive remuneration package, including a $2500 annual allowance for working evening/weekend shifts.

Paid meal breaks, free meals and fruit.

22 days annual leave and 5 days paid study leave per annum.

A supportive team and work environment.

If you have a great ‘can do’ attitude, relate well to people and can use a combination of life skills and work-related experience, then we would love to hear from you. 

More about us:

Odyssey has supported thousands of New Zealanders whose lives are affected by alcohol, drug or other addiction challenges. We wholeheartedly believe that everyone living in New Zealand should have the opportunity to live life to the fullest, to feel hopeful about their future and to have meaningful relationships with friends and whānau.

To apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter. For all enquiries, please contact Akanisi Gada on View phone number on mahi.co.nz.

Closing date: Friday, 10 February 2023

Please note that Police and Ministry of Social Development clearance checks are required for this role. 

Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We particularly encourage applications from Māori and Pasifika candidates. 

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Benefits of working as a Support Worker in Auckland:

● Learning opportunities
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Competitive salary