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
Sutherland House, located at Hōhepa’s main campus, is looking for an energetic and empathetic individual to join our team. In this role, you will be providing support to 4 ladies who are in their early 20's to mid 30's that have various routines, ranging from attending the LEAP Day program to 1:1 Support.
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to engage in various activities, such as attending festivals and helping the people we support develop skills to foster independence within their home environment. In this role, you will work alongside another staff member to ensure that Sutherland House thrives on structure, routine, and active participation in household activities.
You will be energetic, empathetic, and able to work closely with the people we support, focusing on creating a life filled with rich and diverse experiences. You should be adept at reading situations, problem-solving, and knowing when to apply boundaries or offer space. Daily tasks include supporting daily routines while encouraging independence to develop skills and personal growth. You will need the confidence to assist with personal care, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks.
Your passion for supporting and extending people’s ability to access and be part of their wider community will be crucial. 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 $23.15 and $28.25 per hour.

Nga
haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:
Week One
Sunday 8am to 9 pm (1 hour break)
Monday 7am to 9 am, 4 pm to 9 pm
Tuesday 7am to 9 am, 4 pm to 9 pm
Wednesday 7am to 9 am, 4 pm to 9 pm
Total Hours per fortnight: 66

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 pinciples 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.