Compassionate Support Worker — Upper Hutt (Part-Time)

Community Connections Supported Living Trust; Upper Hutt; Hybrid; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Community Connections Supported Living Trust in Wellington is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for the Upper Hutt area. This part-time role focuses on daily living support, home management, cooking, mobility assistance, and enabling participation in community activities.

You will work with a diverse group, fostering a safe, empowering environment. The position offers 20 hours per week with potential extra hours in the future, and a supportive team culture that values patience, empathy, and

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in New Zealand.
• Full, clean New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Willingness to complete Police and Oranga Tamariki safety checks.
• Experience supporting people with complex support needs or behaviours of concern.
• Experience supporting autistic people.
• A high standard of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with daily routines, including home management, cooking, mobility assistance, and grocery shopping.
• Encourage participation in community and recreational activities and foster a safe, empowering environment.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Time management

English proficiency

Job description

Community Connections Supported Living Trust in Wellington is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for the Upper Hutt area. This part-time role focuses on daily living support, home management, cooking, mobility assistance, and enabling participation in community activities.

You will work with a diverse group, fostering a safe, empowering environment. The position offers 20 hours per week with potential extra hours in the future, and a supportive team culture that values patience, empathy, and