PR Support Worker - Invercargill – Waihōpai

Community Care Trust; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$30.06 per hour

Five weeks annual leave (pro rata)

Training and development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Staff discounts

Job summary

Community Care Trust Aotearoa is seeking a Permanent Reliever Support Worker to join our Independent Living team in Invercargill | Waihōpai. The role is permanent part-time, 48 hours per fortnight, with three 8-hour shifts weekly; shifts span Sunday to Thursday.

You’ll help people stay active in the community, grow natural supports and maintain independence. Ideal candidates will have a NZ driver licence, current First Aid, and the right to work in New Zealand; visa holders are welcome.

Qualifications

• A Full New Zealand Driver Licence (essential)
• A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to complete one at our cost
• The legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand
• A valid work visa with at least 12 months remaining (if applicable)
• The ability to build genuine relationships, encourage independence and support community engagement

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable support across Independent Living services as a Reliever
• Help people participate in community activities and develop living skills
• Support clients to grow natural supports and community connections
• Build relationships and encourage independence through person-centred support

Job description

Permanent Reliever Support Worker | Kaimahi Tautoko

Independent Living Services

Invercargill | Waihōpai

Permanent Part-time | 48 hours per fortnight | $30.06 per hour

Three 8-hour shifts per week | Roster expected to fall across Sunday to Thursday

At Community Care Trust Aotearoa, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live the life they choose and be connected to the people, places and activities that matter to them.

We’re looking for a Permanent Reliever Support Worker to join our Independent Living team in Invercargill | Waihōpai.

This is a permanent position working 48 hours per fortnight, made up of three 8-hour shifts each week. Days are still to be confirmed, but shifts are expected to fall across Sunday to Thursday.

A big part of this role is helping people get out and about, explore their interests, build relationships and grow their natural supports and community connections. It’s about walking alongside people, encouraging independence and supporting them to be active and connected members of their community.

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

As a Permanent Reliever, you’ll work across our Independent Living services, providing reliable support where it’s needed while getting to know a variety of people and teams.

You might support someone to take part in community activities, pursue a new interest, strengthen relationships with whānau and friends, develop everyday living skills or make new connections that can become part of their natural support network.

Experience is welcome, but it’s your ability to build genuine relationships, encourage independence and see possibilities that matters most.

Is this you? | Ko koe tēnei?

You’ll bring:

• A caring, positive and respectful approach
• A genuine interest in community engagement and inclusion
• The ability to encourage independence and help people grow their natural supports
• Great communication and relationship-building skills
• Flexibility, reliability and initiative
• A Full New Zealand Driver Licence (essential)
• A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to complete one at our cost
• The legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand
• A valid work visa with at least 12 months remaining (if applicable)

Why you’ll love working with us | He aha ai koe ka rata ki a mātou

• $30.06 per hour
• Permanent part-time – 48 hours per fortnight
• Three 8-hour shifts each week
• Five weeks’ annual leave, pro rata
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
• Support to achieve nationally recognised Health and Wellbeing qualifications
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Staff discounts with major retailers
• A welcoming and supportive team

About us | Mō mātou

Working in partnership to enable great lives – Mā te mahi tahi kia pai ai te oranga

Community Care Trust Aotearoa supports people throughout Te Waipounamu to live fulfilling, independent lives. We value diversity, build strong relationships and believe everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive and belong in their community.

Community Care Trust Aotearoa is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to the role, including satisfactory reference checks and Police Vetting.

Applications close: Thursday 5 November 2026 at 5pm.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled prior to the closing date.

Support Worker - Position Description