Mara Service is based in Hoon Hay which is home to Jack. Jack is a 36-year-old man with autism and is looking for a Support Worker who can provide structure and stability in his daily life. Jack enjoys socialising, volunteering, and observing trains and planes, as well as watching YouTube music videos and tending to his garden. Jack thrives on a clear, written plan for each day, and you’ll be essential in helping him navigate unexpected changes that can trigger stress. During times of high anxiety, Jack may express himself through physical aggression, so the ability to stay calm under pressure and quickly find solutions is important. As Jack is non-verbal, you’ll need patience and the ability to communicate with him through gestures, images, and simple, clear sentences.

Nga haora kua tohua | Rostered hours:

• Sunday 9am to 4pm (Mara)
• Monday 9am to 4pm (Toe Toe)
• Tuesday 9am to 4pm (Toe Toe)
• Friday 5:30pm to 9:30pm, 9:30pm to 7am (Sleepover) (Mara)

Hands on hours: 50 | Sleepover: 19

Total hours per fortnight: 69

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.