Full-Time Community Support Worker - Napier

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa; Napier; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and ongoing professional dev

Wellbeing days and cultural leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Staff discounts with partners

Growth opportunities within the org

Job summary

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is hiring a Full-Time Community Support Worker in Napier to support tangata whaiora and their whānau. The role focuses on practical, strengths-based support to help people gain independence and achieve personal goals within the community.

You will work with a dedicated team, be encouraged to contribute ideas, and help people build life skills, confidence, and relationships while following safety and risk management plans.

Responsibilities

• Building genuine, trusting relationships with tangata whaiora and their whānau.
• Supporting people to identify, work towards and celebrate meaningful personal goals.
• Providing practical, day-to-day support based on individual goals, support plans and identified needs.
• Supporting safe practice by following risk management and safety plans.
• Working collaboratively with your team and external community partners.
• Sharing ideas, insights and updates to contribute to a positive team environment.
• Keeping clear, accurate and professional records and incident documentation.

Job description

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Full-Time Community Support Worker - Napier

Apply your skills and make a difference every day at Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa.

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing, and housing services. We believe that everyone is capable of living full and rich lives in their communities of choice. In every aspect of our work, we are committed to helping whānau be the best they can be.

If you’re passionate about supporting people move forward, build confidence and achieve greater independence, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

As a Support Worker, you’ll walk alongside tangata whaiora and their whānau, providing practical, strengths-based support that helps people achieve their goals and create positive change in their lives.

No two days will be the same. You’ll work alongside your team and community partners to support people with everything from developing life skills and strengthening relationships to building confidence, communication and independence. You’ll be encouraged to bring your ideas, think creatively and learn as you go.

• Building genuine, trusting relationships with tangata whaiora and their whānau.
• Supporting people to identify, work towards and celebrate meaningful personal goals.
• Providing practical, day-to-day support based on individual goals, support plans and identified needs.
• Supporting safe practice by following risk management and safety plans.
• Working collaboratively with your team and external community partners.
• Sharing ideas, insights and updates to contribute to a positive team environment.
• Keeping clear, accurate and professional records and incident documentation.

What makes this role rewarding?

You’ll see the difference your support can make. Whether it’s supporting someone develop a new skill, reconnect with their community, build healthier relationships or take a step towards greater independence, your work will have a genuine and lasting impact.

We currently have one permanent full-time position available – 40 hours per week based in Napier.

Join us to experience a work environment where values are not just words on a page.
You will also benefit from:

• Pay Equity Rates - $25.67 - $30.52 (based on qualification)
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
• Generous leave entitlements, including 3 wellbeing days and cultural leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for counselling, budgeting, and mental health support
• Staff discounts with Southern Cross Health, PB Tech, Harvey Norman, Anytime Fitness, and more
• Many opportunities to grow within one of Aotearoa's largest for-purpose organisations