Hastings-Based Part-Time Support Worker: Empower Independence

Community Connections; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Connections in Hawke's Bay (Hastings-based) is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help disabled people build confidence, independence and participate in their communities. This role offers an hourly rate of $24.85–$29.68, with a part-time 53 hours per week schedule.

You will use a do-with, not-for approach to support daily living, transport, personal care and community involvement across a roster that includes weekends and sleepovers as needed.

Qualifications

• Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3 or above) or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of disability, mental health, and Positive Behaviour Support.
• Commitment to a person-directed do-with, not-for approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living, personal care, and community participation.
• Support independence and community participation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support individual plans.
• Work across a 24/7 roster including weekends.

Skills

Full NZ Driver Licence

Strong communication & relationship‑m


Team collaboration

Person-directed do-with approach

Positive Behaviour Support knowledge

Empathy and resilience

Education

NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3 or above) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Community Connections in Hawke's Bay (Hastings-based) is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help disabled people build confidence, independence and participate in their communities. This role offers an hourly rate of $24.85–$29.68, with a part-time 53 hours per week schedule.

You will use a do-with, not-for approach to support daily living, transport, personal care and community involvement across a roster that includes weekends and sleepovers as needed.