Casual Hostel Support worker

Location: Addington Casual Support Worker Hostel 24-hour staffed service Primarily afternoon, night, and weekend shifts About the Company: At Addington Hostel, we have been dedicated to providing supportive housing for men for nearly 130 years in Christchurch. Our unique approach offers "wrap-around" support for individuals who have had previous involvement with Corrections, Mental Health, and Addiction services. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and nurturing environment for our residents. About the Role: As a Support Worker, your role will be practical and essential to the smooth operation of our busy hostel, both day and night. You will engage in various responsibilities, including managing medications, assisting with food services, ensuring cleanliness, maintaining site safety, responding to inquiries, and supporting the men throughout your shift. We are seeking Casual staff to fill gaps primarily during afternoons, nights, and weekends, especially when regular staff are unwell or on leave. Our team does not utilize agency staff for this position, ensuring that you will always be in demand. What Will Your Responsibilities Be: - Administering medications - Supporting meal provisions - Maintaining cleanliness and site safety - Assisting and supporting the men - Responding to public inquiries Our Ideal Candidate Will: - Hold a Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or an approved equivalent) - Have at least two years of prior experience in Housing, Corrections, Addiction, or Mental Health - Be comfortable working in an all-male hostel (note that the majority of our staff are female) - Be available for afternoon, night, and weekend shifts, which constitute the majority of our staffing needs - Possess a full driver’s license Our Offer to You: - Free confidential counseling services to support your wellbeing - Complimentary flu vaccinations - Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross - TSA discount card for various retailers, including Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers, and Torpedo7 - Onsite parking - Access to in-house free training throughout the year We are looking for candidates who are adaptable, energetic, self-motivated, and committed to our mission of caring for people, transforming lives, and reforming society. This role is casual, and hours will be assigned on an as-needed basis. The starting hourly rate for this position will be $29.60. The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes that workplaces thrive on diversity. As a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider, we are committed to caring for people, transforming lives, and reforming society through the love of God as demonstrated in Jesus. The successful applicant should be able to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.