Dual Diagnosis Support Worker

MASH Mental Health & Addiction service delivers programmes that have been developed on recovery principles that enable those with alcohol and/or drug issues to regain and develop control over their lives and establish the necessary skills that they believe are required in order to achieve this. The Mental Health & Addiction service provide various levels of care to our people such as; Facts and Effects, Community Support Groups, One to One, Community Programmes and Residential programmes. We believe in people and their ability to make changes.

As a Dual Diagnosis Support Worker you will be promoting and supporting clients towards a healthy lifestyle by maintaining a high quality of life, a quality home environment, supporting and encouraging their recovery journey, and encouraging full participation in all aspects of community daily life.

The Hours:

This role is part time permanent working every Saturday 7.50am through until 5pm.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive hourly rate, minimum starting from $21.50 per hour
• An excellent working environment
• Rewarding work
• Ongoing training and development within your chosen field
• Opportunities to advance your career

You will have/be:

• An understanding of recovery principles and a desire to help support people in early recovery
• A willingness to learn and grow within your role
• Hold a current full New Zealand drivers licence and have reliable transport
• The ability to motivate people towards taking pride in a healthy home environment – including supporting people with basic life skills like cleaning, budgeting, meal preparation and shopping.
• Eligible to work in New Zealand with a minimum of six months on Visa.
• Caring and Kind in nature with integrity that can provide support to those from all walks of life.