About the job

• Based in Paraparaumu / Raumati South
• Full and part time options
• Flexibility for rostered shifts required - Schedules may include morning, afternoon, and overnight shifts

About the role | Mō te tūngaWe are looking for compassionate and resilient people to join our supported accommodation service in Paraparaumu as Mental Health Support Workers.We are contracted by Manatū Hauora/Ministry of Health to provide a housing and recovery service focusing on supporting people with a mental illness. Many residents also have other issues such as substance abuse, intellectual disability, or physical health problems. Some are under the Mental Health Act.We are a cluster of six homes in a suburban neighbourhood, close to QEII Park and Raumati beach. Staff work across the site, supporting residents to set goals, manage medication, complete activities of daily living, and explore new possibilities for growth and development. We work closely with local health and support services.In This Role You Will

• Assist people to develop and maintain community relationships and networks
• Support people to strengthen their capacity to be safe and a valued member of their family, whanau and the community
• Support people to live a healthy lifestyle

What will you bring? | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu

• A commitment to respecting the rights of people with a mental illness and to supporting them to achieve their goals
• Be able to work with a diverse range of people with a non-judgmental approach
• Be willing to develop new skills and gain National Certificate in Mental Health qualification
• Be flexible in your availability (including being able to work evenings, weekends, sleepovers and awake overnights)
• Have a full NZ drivers' licence or be able to gain this within 3 months
• Experience within the mental health or caregiving field is desirable

What's in it for you? | Nōu te rourou

• A sense of purpose by making a difference in other people's lives
• Opportunities to build your long-term career in the disability sector
• Ongoing support to achieve your National certificates in Health and Wellbeing
• Generous long-service leave entitlements and Insurance benefit
• "Refer a friend" Bonus programme
• Employee Assistance programme service anytime you might need counselling support
• $22.70 - 28.25 per hour depending on relevant qualifications, with the ability to earn more as you gain qualifications

Mō mātou | About usIDEA Services Ltd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the IHC Group which is made up of our charitable programmes and three wholly-owned subsidiaries, including the provision of housing and tenancy services. Our services are founded on IHC's absolute commitment to the people we support and their families/whanau to have a good life. IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer.The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to ApplyThe first step is to submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the application process you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV outlining your previous experience. We are unable to discuss your suitability for the role until we have received your application. If you have any questions about the application process or specific queries about the position, please use the contact details below to speak to recruitment.