Support Worker - Canterbury

Support Worker - Canterbury Casual Position "Supporting Families, Caring for Children" The Open Home Foundation (OHF) is a Christian Community Response and has a vision that every child and young person has the opportunity to grow up in a secure, loving family and receive a depth of care which will bless them throughout their lives. Integral to our ongoing success are our Support Workers who ensure the needs and safety of our Tamariki are paramount. The Support Worker role plays a very important part in this vision by providing support and care to children and young people in foster care, residential care or other OHF programs. This may involve supporting children with daily living tasks, providing emotional support, helping them develop life skills, and being a positive role model. As a Support Worker, you will be working closely with our Caregivers and other OHF staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for the children in our care. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of empathy and compassion, be able to work independently as well as part of a team, and have excellent communication skills. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.