A Supportive Team
The staff team at respite has a wealth of experience in community-based mental health settings going back over 20 years. Most have worked at Beth-Shean over ten years, and have also worked in residential and community support services. Several met as colleagues in another organisation, and Miriam (Manager) has been glad to welcome these experienced staff whose values and principles fit so well with Beth-Shean’s own.
Our staff have varied personal backgrounds and interests that enhance their work with guests of the service, including creative arts, photography, music, cookery, raising families, community involvement, and working cross-culturally. Some have had personal lived experience of mental illness, and others’ interest has originated with a family member or friend who became unwell.
All staff have a commitment to ongoing training and expanding their knowledge and skills.
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Provide Respite Support
The Respite Support position (full-time, part-time, or casual) is a residential-based role in one 5-bedded Crisis Respite house. The role requires working as part of a team, and will include sole-charge shifts and/or sleepovers. It is comprised of one-to-one guest support based on a Respite Management Plan, household tasks and management, cooking, oversight of the whole house, and some administrative tasks.
Our respite service meets or exceeds the requirements of the NZ Health & Disability Standards (Mental Health).
To download a Job Description for a Beth-Shean Trust Respite Support Carer click here.