Dementia Day Care Support - Part Time

About Us Equip | Mō mātou:

Equip is an independent mental health not-for-profit organisation associated with Windsor Park Baptist Church. Our Vision is to build stronger communities by putting our faith into action. We achieve this by supporting people to grow by providing high-quality services that meet needs and exceed expectations.

We are a values-led organisation that cares about the people we work with and for. We aim to do what we can to address people’s needs and provide the momentum for them to move forward in their lives by providing high quality services that meet needs and exceed expectations.

Our team feels valued, supported and appreciated which enables us to bring about positive change in the lives of others. We promote work life balance and offer career and leadership development opportunities and support.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

We are an organisation that lives by its values and has a supportive team culture. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Professional development: External and internal paid training, professional and leadership development programme and support towards professional registration and study placements.

• Health and Wellness: Free flu vaccine, team building days and extra leave days including birthday leave.

• Employment Assistance Programme: Regular internal and external supervision and peer lead support and supervision.

• Other: Free on-site parking and staff discount at local childcare (Windsor Park only).

The role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi:

Looking for a job where you can make a real difference?

Are you looking for an opportunity to support people living with dementia to participate in meaningful, specific support and activities in a day care setting?

Totara Club is a dementia day care provide on the North Shore Auckland which was established to provide an opportunity for people living with a diagnosis of early to moderate dementia to come together and spend time in a safe supportive environment.

We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic person to join the Totara Club team on a shared part-time basis (40 hours per fortnight), with additional hours available to provide cover for team members as required. There may also be opportunities to assist in covering other staff absences from time to time.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will support members to participate in meaningful activities and programmes that promote their social, cognitive, physical, spiritual, and cultural wellbeing.

Working alongside a dedicated team, you will help create a welcoming, engaging, and supportive environment where members can thrive. You will also provide support in the preparation of the midday meal.

Totara Club is often a fast-paced environment, so you need to be energetic, be practical, have a commitment to processes and procedures, and be able to show initiative.

You | Mōu:

The ideal applicant will be a calm, caring, and conscientious person who works well with others. They will need excellent listening and communication skills and a willingness and interest in supporting people living with dementia. They will have a person-centered approach and align with Equip’s values.

• Relevant experience in dementia or disability work would be an advantage.

• You will need to have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit

• You will receive a thorough induction and on-going training.

• Most importantly, we are looking for a team player with a can-do and resilient attitude.

• Possess a well-developed sense of humour