Job Description
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
Aroha Service, located in Somerfield near the Hōhepa campus, is home to Josie — a vibrant and extroverted young woman with a passion for fashion, beauty, and connecting with others. Josie has been living independently for several years.
We’re looking for a committed and compassionate support worker to work one-on-one with Josie, helping her grow her independence across all areas of daily life. This includes supporting her with routines such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and personal care, while encouraging her to engage with her community and participate in social and recreational activities.
As the sole support person, you’ll play a key role in creating a consistent, empowering environment built on trust and respect. Josie can experience challenging behaviours and takes time to build trust, so patience, empathy, and a calm, grounded presence are essential. You’ll need to be confident in setting clear boundaries, reading situations, and offering space when needed.
Daily tasks include supporting with daily routines while encouraging independence to develop skills and personal growth. You will have the confidence to support personal cares, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who values meaningful connection and is passionate about empowering others to live more independently. If you’re energetic, dependable, and ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.50 and $28.25 per hour.
Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:
Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm
Total Hours per fortnight: 70
Mō koe | About You
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 principles 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.
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
Aroha Service, located in Somerfield near the Hōhepa campus, is home to Josie — a vibrant and extroverted young woman with a passion for fashion, beauty, and connecting with others. Josie has been living independently for several years.
We’re looking for a committed and compassionate support worker to work one-on-one with Josie, helping her grow her independence across all areas of daily life. This includes supporting her with routines such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and personal care, while encouraging her to engage with her community and participate in social and recreational activities.
As the sole support person, you’ll play a key role in creating a consistent, empowering environment built on trust and respect. Josie can experience challenging behaviours and takes time to build trust, so patience, empathy, and a calm, grounded presence are essential. You’ll need to be confident in setting clear boundaries, reading situations, and offering space when needed.
Daily tasks include supporting with daily routines while encouraging independence to develop skills and personal growth. You will have the confidence to support personal cares, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who values meaningful connection and is passionate about empowering others to live more independently. If you’re energetic, dependable, and ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
This position's salary scale is set by pay equity and dependant on qualification level, pays between $23.50 and $28.25 per hour.
Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:
Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm
Total Hours per fortnight: 70
Mō koe | About You
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 principles 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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Support Worker - Aroha Service position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Canterbury offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
