Support Worker - Raphael 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 have a common goal - helping people to reach their full potential and lead enriched and 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

Raphael Service is located in Somerfield, just a short drive from the main Hōhepa campus. It is home to four individuals who have not long started to flat together, although each has been part of the Hōhepa community for several years.

In this role you will be working majority of the time with Henry on a Monday on a 1:1 basis but also providing support to others within the home.

• Henry has a strong interest in horror DVDs and enjoys browsing second-hand stores like Penny Lane to find new titles. He also loves swimming, doing crafts, watching Mr. Bean, and engaging in activities like board games, bingo, and puzzles. He participates in a combination of 1:1 support and group activities at AJs during the week.

• Lachlan enjoys walking, biking, riding his own trike, going to the gym, and especially hydroslides. He also loves board games, music, bingo, and puzzles. Lachlan takes great joy in getting photos of himself and admiring them. He has 1:1 support with a Support Worker on certain days during the week.

• Max is passionate about his computer and uses it frequently for communication. He also enjoys dancing, kapa haka, baking, cooking, walking, and swimming. Max attends our day service (LEAP) every day and actively engages in a variety of activities.

• Michelle enjoys arts and crafts especially when she is attending our day service (LEAP), she loves her staff to have a great sense of humour, and enjoys listening to music especially the piano.

Raphael Service is looking for someone who’s patient, a great communicator, and brings a warm sense of humour to the role. We’re after a Support Worker who’s positive, calm, and bubbly — someone who can help create a fun and supportive atmosphere in the home.

You will be energetic, empathetic and able to work alongside this person focussing on creating a life of rich and diverse experiences while being able to read situations, problem solve and apply boundaries or offer space. 

Daily tasks include supporting with daily routines while encouraging independence to develop skills and personal growth. You will have the confidence 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 dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.95 and $30 per hour.

Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:

Week One

• Monday 7am to 3pm

Week Two

• Sunday and Monday 7am to 3pm

Total Hours per fortnight: 24

Please note that the Sunday shift is optional and will only be required when the people we support are at home and need support.

Mō koe | About You

Your aroha and approach is what really matters at Hōhepa – previous experience is not a prerequisite because we provide on-the-job training. 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. 

• A team player - Work closely with and supporting your colleagues, creating a great team environment.

• A kind nature with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn and continue to develop your skills as a support worker. 

• A commitment 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 a NZQF Certificate in Health and Wellbeing level, 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 mission of every life fully lived.