Peer Support Specialist at Ember Korowai Takitini

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

One-on-one peer support, Goal setting, Facilitating support groups, Collaboration with clinical staff, Treatment plan implementation, Advocacy, Lived experience insight, Documentation, Interpersonal skills, Communication skills, Rapport building, Recovery-oriented principles, Organizational skills, Teamwork, Independent judgment, Computer proficiency

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their journey with mental health and recovery? Do you have personal lived experience in navigating the challenges of mental health issues and a strong desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others? We are looking for someone to work within a Pacific mental health service based out of Green Lane Hospital. •Fixed Term Contract (12months), Full-time (40 hours per week) •General working hours 8:00am-4:30pm/8:30am-5:00pm, Monday - Friday •Pay Equity: $25.00ph - $30.00ph (service falls under Pay Equity. Pay is determined by qualification and equivalence to the National Certificate of Health and Wellbeing L4). Ember will pay an additional $1 above the current Pay Equity rate. Ember Korowai Takitini | Nga Matapono Ember Korowai Takitini are leaders in The Peer & Lived Experience mental health and addiction sector, dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Our Peer & Lived Experience services blends professional expertise and lived experience to offer a range of services and supports for anyone with mental health, addiction, or intellectual disability needs. Ember: •Offers additional leave – Recreation days & study leave •Provides a comprehensive Health & Wellbeing programme, including health checks, flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and more. •Professional development opportunities, including training and workshops. •Supportive and inclusive work environment, fostering personal growth and work-life balance. •Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. •Comprehensive service induction •Monthly Peer Coaching and Supervision The Service | Ko Te Whare O Kahurangi As a Peer Support Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in our clinical services team, providing invaluable support to individuals with mental health conditions You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals, ensuring a holistic and person-centred approach to care. Lotofale - Pacific Mental Health Service is a specialist in Pasifika mental health: Our service aims to optimise the mental health and general wellbeing of adult Pacific Islanders in central Auckland who have serious mental health problems. We aim to provide the best possible standards of Cultural-Clinical care and choice for consumers and their families, ensuring that the cultural needs of our consumers are met. Role | Nga mahi Peer Support Specialists bring more than their own personal lived experience to the role. Their approach is shaped by a knowledge base and practices derived from individual and collective understandings of what is needed for recovery and sustained wellbeing. Responsibilities: •Provide one-on-one peer support to individuals with mental health conditions, fostering hope, empathy, and trust. •Assist individuals in identifying and setting personal recovery goals, promoting self-determination and autonomy. •Facilitate peer-led support groups, creating a safe and inclusive environment for sharing experiences and building a sense of community. •Collaborate with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, based on the unique needs and goals of everyone. •Advocate for the rights and needs of individuals, ensuring their voices are heard and respected within the healthcare system. •Serve as a resource to clinical staff, providing insights and perspectives from the lived experience of mental health challenges. •Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all interactions, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and regulatory requirements. You will have | Nga Pukenga •Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and successful recovery is essential. •Previous experience within the Mental Health sector. •Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds. •Preferably level 4 National Certificate of Health & Wellbeing or higher qualification. •Understanding of recovery-oriented principles and practices, and the ability to apply them in a clinical setting. •Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks effectively. •Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, while also demonstrating initiative and independent judgment. •Proficient computer skills for documentation and data management purposes. •Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth. •Full NZ Drivers Licence •Valid/Current work visa, residency, or citizenship “He aha te mea nui o te ao? Maku e ki atu, he tangata, he tangata, he tangata” What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people. Ember is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all. We particularly welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific and Rainbow communities. We will interview candidates as applications come through rather than waiting until the advertisement closes. The vacancy may be filled earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.

Responsibilities

The Peer Support Specialist will provide one-on-one peer support to individuals with mental health conditions, fostering hope and autonomy while assisting in setting personal recovery goals. They will also facilitate peer-led support groups and collaborate with clinical staff to develop individualized treatment plans.