About Us Equip | Mō mātou:

Equip is an independent mental health not-for-profit organisation associated with Windsor Park Baptist Church. Our Vision is to build stronger communities by putting our faith into action. We achieve this by supporting people to grow by providing high-quality services that meet needs and exceed expectations.

We are a values-led organisation that cares about the people we work with and for. We aim to do what we can to address people’s needs and provide the momentum for them to move forward in their lives by providing high-quality services that meet needs and exceed expectations.

Our team feels valued, supported and appreciated, which enables us to bring about positive change in the lives of others. We promote work-life balance and offer career and leadership development opportunities and support.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

We are an organisation that lives by its values and has a supportive team culture. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Professional development: External and internal paid training, professional and leadership development programme and support towards professional registration and study placements.
• Health and Wellness: Free flu vaccine, team building days and extra leave days, including birthday leave.
• Employment Assistance Programme: Regular internal and external supervision and peer lead support and supervision.
• Other: Laptop, phone (work purposes and for longevity of employment) and use of modern hybrid fleet vehicles for everyday work activities, free on-site parking and staff discount at local childcare (Windsor Park only)
• Office Location: You will be working from our North Shore Office based at Windsor Park.

The role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi:

As a Peer Support worker, you will be a valued member of our team providing peer-based mentoring, advocacy and person-centred support service across the Waitematā region.

This is an exciting opportunity to use your lived experience of mental distress and/or addiction to work alongside tangata whai ora in a mutual relationship to foster hope, encourage self-determination and support peoples' aspirations for wellbeing.

We are looking for someone who can do 3 days per week.

Primary Objectives for the Role:

• An in-depth understanding of the peer values and reflective practice, and the ability to apply them in your role.
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to share your experience of wellbeing and recovery in meaningful ways that enhance the recovery of tangata whai ora.
• Work in partnership with tangata whai ora and whānau to enhance resilience and promote independence.
• Completed Intentional Peer Support training, the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Peer Support) Level 4, or a recognised equivalent.

You | Mōu:

We are looking for individuals who share our values and have commitment and passion for supporting people in their communities. You will also:

• Hold the New Zealand Level 4 Certificate in Health and Well-being (or recognised equivalent) or be willing to commence study towards this qualification within 6 months of employment.
• Ideally bringing two years of experience as a peer support worker.
• Have excellent communication, interpersonal and advocacy skills.
• Hold a clean full NZ driver’s license.
• Strong technology skills; must be experienced in using Microsoft Office products and familiar with databases.
• Have the ability to work individually and collaboratively under a multi-disciplinary setting.
• Have a sound knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and be able to demonstrate bicultural concepts in practice, or willingness to learn.
• An interest in Māori and Pasifika people’s customs and cultural norms. If you speak Te Reo Maori it is a bonus!
• NZ resident or a valid NZ work visa

If you’re interested in being part of a team that cares for people and brings about positive change, submit your application now.