Residential Support Worker

Ember

Auckland, New Zealand
Base: $25.00ph - $30.00ph; bonus/equity: not speci...
On-site
Experience in mental health and addictions
Ability to work in a team environment
Professionalism with good boundaries and ethics
Ember is seeking a Residential Support Worker for their 24/7 service in Birkdale, Auckland. The role involves supporting individuals with mental health, addiction, or intellectual disabilities in a residential rehabilitation setting

Job Summary

  • The role involves supporting guests on their journey of recovery by building daily routines and providing ongoing tools and encouragement.
  • Ember offers a higher hourly rate above statutory requirements for employees covered by the Pay Equity Settlement Agreement.
  • The service operates 24 hours, 7 days a week on a rotating roster covering AM, PM, and Awake shifts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Ember is seeking a Residential Support Worker for their 24/7 service in Birkdale, Auckland. The role involves supporting individuals with mental health, addiction, or intellectual disabilities in a residential rehabilitation setting.

Salary

Base: $25.00ph - $30.00ph; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Recreation days, study leave, comprehensive health programme

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience in mental health and addictions
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Professionalism with good boundaries and ethics
  • Passion for supporting recovery pathways

Nice-to-have

  • Bicultural perspective understanding
  • Lived experience in mental health
  • Pioneering therapeutic support skills

Key Requirements

  • National Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 or equivalent
  • Full NZ Drivers Licence
  • Valid work visa, residency, or citizenship

Work Rights

Valid work visa, residency, or citizenship required

Tailored Resume

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