Part-Time Community Support Worker — Empower Lives

Spectrum Care

Upper Hutt

On-site

NZD 40,000 - 49,000

Part time

20 hours ago

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Job summary

Spectrum Care is seeking a Community Support Worker to assist adults with disabilities in Upper Hutt. This part-time role (32 hours/week) involves helping with personal activities, social participation and daily living tasks, tailored to each person's goals.

The ideal candidate is reliable, passionate and able to communicate clearly with family and staff. NZ driver’s licence and ability to pass police checks are required; training support for a level 3 qualification is offered.

Qualifications

Empathy for the challenges of trying to build an ordinary life while living with a disability.
Reliability, commitment and passion for working with people.
NZ driver’s licence and ability to pass a NZ police check.
Ability to use a computer including Word, Internet Explorer and email.
Interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with personal activities such as community participation, socialising and daily living tasks.
Support adults with intellectual and/or physical disabilities to live great lives.
Adapt support to the needs and dreams of each person and work across different shifts.
Explain and negotiate with family, colleagues and the person you support.