Part-time Peer Support Worker

He kōrero mō mātou | About Us:

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing and housing services. We believe that everyone can live full and rich lives in their communities of choice. In every aspect of our work, we are committed to helping whānau be the best they can be.

He kōrero mō te tūranga | The Role

Are you passionate about making a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Peer Support Worker to join our Tirohia Te Kopere Day Programme in Opotiki. You'll support Tāngata Whai Ora (people seeking health) on their recovery journey, offering encouragement and practical help to those with mental health or addiction challenges.

This is a permanent, part-time role (30 hours per week, Monday to Friday), where you'll be able to use your lived experience to support others in their path to wellbeing.

The hourly rate for the role is $24.97 to $29.83 (depending on relevant qualification).

Duties of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Provide compassionate support to Tāngata Whai Ora in their recovery journey and with daily activities
• Draw on your personal lived experience to build meaningful connections and offer relatable guidance
• Collaborate with clinical teams and external organizations to ensure the best outcomes for clients

He kōrero mōu | About You

For our team, it's vital that you have lived through your own experiences of mental distress and/or addiction*. You'll bring your own knowledge and experience of drug and alcohol addiction or mental health distress.

If you bring along the following, we would love to hear from you:

• Your own experiences of mental distress and/or addiction*
• A Level 4 in Health & Disability (or higher) qualification (desirable) or the willingness to work towards a relevant Level 4 qualification
• Experience working within the mental health sector
• Strong problem-solving skills
• A culturally respectful and non-judgmental attitude, with an understanding of Māori and Pacifica culture

* In your cover letter, please include a half-page introduction/biography about yourself and what you have learned from your personal experience with mental health challenges, and your journey to wellbeing. What value has it added to your life? Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications if you have not addressed your lived experience.

Ko tā mātou mahi | We Offer

Our team culture is very important to us. We build each other up, support one another and celebrate each other's success both personally and professionally. We love to have fun, drink coffee & laugh a lot - the conversation ranges from food and whānau, to travel and fitness.

In addition, we also offer:

• Learning, development, and training opportunities
• Great staff benefits, including store discounts
• 3 days of well-being leave

This position is advertised until filled, so apply today.