Home Support Community Worker- Kaikohe

Ngāti Hine Health Trust; Kaikohe, Kaihu; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible employment options

Ongoing training and development

Whānau wellbeing focus

Job summary

Ngāti Hine Health Trust’s Disability Support Services is seeking Home Support Community Workers to provide person-centred support to people living with disabilities in their homes and communities. You will help individuals to be independent, build confidence and participate in everyday activities.

You will work with tāngata whaikaha and whānau to enable goals and aspirations, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in disability support, home support, healthcare or community services.
• First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Health and Wellbeing Level 2 or willingness to work towards.
• Full NZ driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support participation in community, social, recreational and cultural activities.
• Implement individual support and lifestyle plans.
• Support people to develop life skills and achieve personal goals.
• Encourage independence, choice and self-determination.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with whānau, colleagues and other services.

Skills

Empathy & compassion

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

First Aid Certificate

Health and Wellbeing Level 2

Full NZ Driver Licence

Job description

Locations: Kaikohe and Kaihu

Positions Available: Full-Time, Part-Time and Casual Relief

Make a Difference Every Day

Do you have a passion for supporting people to live independent, fulfilling lives? Join our Disability Support Services team and help empower tāngata whaikaha to achieve their goals, participate in their communities, and live life to the fullest.

At Ngāti Hine Health Trust, we are committed to improving wellbeing outcomes for whānau through a kaupapa Māori approach that embraces Whānaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

About the Role

As a Home Support Community Worker, you will provide person-centred support to individuals living with disabilities in their homes and communities. You will work alongside tangata whaiora and their whānau to encourage independence, build confidence, and support them to achieve their aspirations.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities.
• Supporting participation in community, social, recreational and cultural activities.
• Implementing individual support and lifestyle plans.
• Supporting people to develop life skills and achieve personal goals.
• Encouraging independence, choice and self-determination.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting requirements.
• Working collaboratively with whānau, colleagues and other services.

What We're Looking For

You will:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting people and making a positive difference.
• Be able to work independently and manage your time effectively.
• Demonstrate empathy, patience, reliability and excellent communication skills.
• Be comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Be committed to working within a kaupapa Māori environment and supporting Whānau Ora outcomes.
• Have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the ability to work respectfully with diverse cultures and communities.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working in disability support, home support, healthcare, aged care or community services.
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 (or willingness to work towards obtaining one).
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives.
• Supportive and values-driven team environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible employment options available.
• Opportunity to work within an organisation committed to whānau wellbeing and community empowerment.

"He tangata, he tangata, he tangata - it is the people who matter."