Casual Support Worker
Core
Provide flexible, 24/7 support to individuals experiencing mental illness and addiction, assisting with daily living tasks, medication, and community reintegration.
Role type
Casual support worker (mental health & addiction services)
Builds
Support plans for individuals transitioning to independent living in the community
Domain
Mental health & addiction services in New Zealand
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Medication support, budgeting assistance, advocacy, daily living task support, flexible shift availability, driving, first aid
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, positive communication style
Responsibilities
Assist with meal prep and household tasks, attend appointments and advocate for clients, support medication management, help with budgeting and independent living skills, cover leave for permanent staff
Seniority
Casual, hands-on support staff