Support Worker - Full-time Kapiti

What we offer you: We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally.

When you join MASH Trust, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn between $24.00 - $29.70 per hour, based on your qualifications
• Full-time - 80 hours per fortnight based in Paraparaumu
• Rewarding Mahi/Work: Make a positive difference in the lives of the Tangata Whaiora/ people you support and contribute to the wider community.
• Comprehensive Training and Development: We're a learning organisation committed to your growth. You'll receive extensive on-boarding and ongoing training, including First Aid, De-escalation and the opportunity to pursue Health & Wellbeing qualifications funded by MASH Trust if you meet the set criteria.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organisation
• Supportive Environment: Enjoy an excellent working environment with a strong, collaborative team atmosphere where we empower each other
• Te Tiriti o Waitangi: MASH Trust aims to work collaboratively to embrace, support, and encourage a Maori worldview of health and provide high-quality, equitable, and effective service for Maori framed by Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Wellness Benefits: Receive a free yearly flu vaccination to support your health, comprehensive EAP services, additional MASH day and long service leave starting from 5 years.

Position: Full-time - This is full-time permanent POOL position working 80 hours per fortnight. As a POOL staff member, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring continuous support by covering gaps due to annual leave and training. While your shift pattern will vary, you'll receive your schedule of 80 hours per fortnight at least six weeks in advance.

Flexibility is key for this role, as you must be available to work both AM and PM shifts, weekdays, and weekends.

Skills and Experience:

• A Passion for Tangata/ People: Be patient, friendly, and kind, with the ability to understand, communicate, and genuinely connect with people
• Experience: Must have 12 months minimum experience working in the Health Sector
• Empathy & Understanding: An understanding of Enabling Good Lives principles.
• Practical Skills: Carry out personal cares, showering and grooming
• Team Player: Professional, honest, and a reliable team-player with a flexible mindset.
• Driver Licence: A Full NZ Driver Licence is essential, as driving a MASH van will be part of your role.
• Relevant Qualification (or commitment to obtain): A NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing or a commitment to working towards this qualification, which will be funded by MASH Trust.

Ready to Apply?

We review applications as they are received, so this role may close earlier if we find the right candidate.

Tono inaianei /Apply now!

Please note: MASH Trust is not an accredited employer and therefore cannot use The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process.