Residential Peer Support Worker

Ember

Rotorua, New Zealand
$25.00ph - $30.00ph; not specified; not specified
On-site
Personal lived experience of mental distress
Alcohol and other drug challenges
Support and inspire others
Ember Korowai Takitini blends professional expertise and lived experience to offer a range of services and supports for anyone with mental health, addiction or intellectual disability needs

Job Summary

  • Ember Korowai Takitini blends professional expertise and lived experience to offer a range of services and supports for anyone with mental health, addiction or intellectual disability needs.
  • Toro Mai a Ringa is a community-based service providing intensive, wraparound support for people with complex mental health needs that go beyond the usual scope of residential services.
  • Ember offers additional leave, a comprehensive Health & Wellbeing programme, and training opportunities for upskilling, personal & professional development, and career progression.

Matching Summary

Ember Korowai Takitini blends professional expertise and lived experience to offer a range of services and supports for anyone with mental health, addiction or intellectual disability needs.

Salary

$25.00ph - $30.00ph; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • personal lived experience of mental distress
  • alcohol and other drug challenges
  • support and inspire others
  • build authentic trusting relationships
  • client-centered recovery-focused approach

Nice-to-have

  • values-led organisation
  • meaningful impact every day
  • walk alongside those in need

Key Requirements

  • personal lived experience
  • New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4)
  • current Full New Zealand Driver’s license
  • valid/current work visa, residency, or NZ citizenship

Work Rights

Valid/current work visa, residency, or NZ citizenship

Tailored Resume

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