Support Worker - Toe Toe Service (Full Time)

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

Toe Toe Service is based in Spreydon, and is home to Peter, an active community member who enjoys cooking, household chores, and attending community events. Routine is crucial for Peter, and he thrives when well-informed about upcoming activities.

Your role will involve:

• Helping Peter maintain his daily routine
• Encouraging his independence
• Assisting with personal care, cooking, medication, and household tasks

You will play a key role in ensuring Peter’s life is rich with experiences, while also creating appropriate boundaries and providing space when needed. Empathy, energy, and effective collaboration are essential attributes for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Peter with daily routines, fostering independence and personal growth
• Confidently assist with personal care, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks
• Passionately support and extend Peter’s ability to access and participate in the wider community

If you are energetic, empathetic, and looking for a new challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.15 and $28.25 per hour.

Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:

Week One

• Sunday 7am to 4pm 
• Wednesday 4pm to 9:30pm, 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
• Thursday 7am to 9am

Week Two

• Sunday 4pm to 9:30pm, 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
• Monday 7am to 9am, 4pm to 9:30pm, 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
• Tuesday 7am to 9am, 4pm to 9:30pm, 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)
• Wednesday 7am to 9am
• Saturday 4pm to 9:30pm, 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover)

Hands on Hours: 44.5 | Sleepover Hours: 47.5

Total Hours per fortnight: 92

Mō koe | About You

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. 
• Obtain a Level 2 Health and Wellbeing Certificate at minimum or obtain an equivalent qualification. 

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.