Community Support Worker - Residential - Hamilton

Spectrum Care; Waikato; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Group in Hamilton is seeking a Community Support Worker - Residential to support an energetic young man in his 20s. This full-time role (40 hours per week) involves helping with daily living, getting out into the community, and staying active with safe routines.

We value empathy, energy, and clear communication. A NZ driver's licence and the ability to pass a police check are required. Relocation to the Waipa District may be considered.

Qualifications

• Empathy for disability and daily living challenges.
• Ability to communicate with family and colleagues.
• NZ driver's licence and ability to pass NZ police check.

Responsibilities

• Support an active young man in his 20s with daily living and community activities.
• Participate in activities and help maintain routines and boundaries.
• Provide motivation and assist with personal cares as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Energy

Calm under pressure

Communication

Daily living support

English proficiency

Reliability

Education

NZ Community Support Worker Level 3+

Tools

MS Word

Email

Internet Explorer

Job description

Community Support Worker - Residential - Hamilton

Community Support Worker - Residential

Full time - 40 hours per week

$23.97 - $29.68 per hour

Would you like to enjoy the charm and tranquility of a tree-lined small-town lifestyle? Combined with top-tier sporting facilities, a thriving café culture, and close proximity to nature, we have 3 exciting opportunities for people with experience in disability support work, who live in and around or willing to relocate to the Waipa District . Situated in the Waikato, Cambridge sits within easy driving distance of Hamilton, Tauranga, and Auckland via the expressway..

You will be supporting an active, energetic, young man in his 20's who loves walking and getting out and about in his community. He leads a busy and active lifestyle, so we're looking for someone who can confidently keep up, participate in activities, and bring positive energy to each day. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a change of scenery while continuing to make a meaningful difference in someone's life.

Skills & Experience

• Empathy for the challenges of trying to build an ordinary life while living with a disability
• Energy to keep up with someone who likes to be on the go a lot
• Ability to remain calm, and calming, in all situations
• Resilience to help people keep boundaries to ensure their safety
• Good at explaining and negotiating
• Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with family, colleagues and the person you support
• Ability and willingness to provide support and motivation with personal cares and daily living skills
• Excellent, clear, understandable verbal and written English is a pre-requisite to be considered for this role

The ideal candidate will have:

• An interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification- we can support you to achieve this while you work
• Experience supporting people with disabilities, and or mental health issues, and/or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable but not necessary
• Reliability, commitment, and passion for working with people
• A full New Zealand driver's licence
• Able to pass a NZ police check
• The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and email

If you are a non-resident applying for this role you must meet the following INZ Level 3 skill requirements to be considered:

• Have worked in the care workforce for 3 years or more, or
• A relevant qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) - this must be at least a level 4 qualification for a role at skill level 3, or a diploma for a role at skill level 2.

The Spectrum Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage and support applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals.

Reference # 42896

Closes on 21 Oct 2026 23:59

Location(s) Hamilton

Expertise Community Support Worker

Work type(s) Full-time (40 hours)

Availability All shifts, Day shifts, Afternoon shifts, Evening shifts, Overnight shifts, Saturday and Sunday shifts