Support Worker

CCS Disability Action; Flaxmere; On-site; NZD 10,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

CCS Disability Action in Flaxmere is seeking a Community Support Worker to provide wraparound support to a young person with complex needs, alongside their family in a whānau-centred approach.

We look for someone with Disability Sector experience, a Level 3/4 in Health & Wellbeing or equivalent, and a full driving licence. The role offers 8–10 hours per week with some weekend coverage and potential for extra hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Disability Sector is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Demonstrated reliability and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide wraparound support to a young person with complex needs.
• Work with family to build strengths and achieve goals in a whānau-centered way.
• Be flexible with hours and be available for the scheduled shifts and additional hours as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Full licence

Education

Level 3/4 Health & Wellbeing

Job description

CCS Disability Action – Flaxmere, North Island

CCS Disability Action’s vision is to see every disabled person/whānau hauā interwoven into the lives of their whānau and community.

We are the largest pan-disability support and advocacy organisation in New Zealand. Since 1935, we have been at the forefront of service provision, advocacy, and information sharing, working closely with disabled people / whānau hauā and their families across New Zealand.

Job vacancy

Job title: Community Support Worker

Job location: Flaxmere

Hours: 8 – 10 hours per week.

Tues-3pm – 5:30pm and one weekend day required.

Extra hours available for the right candidate.

Job Specific Information

This role involves providing wraparound support to a young person with complex needs. You will work alongside them and their family to build strengths, respond to complex needs, and support the achievement of their goals and aspirations in a holistic, whānau-centred way.

The number of hours available are between 8-10 hours per week, however there is potential for flexibility for the right person. Whether you are available for just a couple of hours per week or more, we would love to hear from you.

Our organisation takes a social, rather than medical approach, supporting disabled people to live their best lives. We are guided by the Enabling Good Lives principles, shifting power and authority back to disabled people and their families, to increase choice and control in their lives.

About you

We are looking for someone with the following skills and attributes -

Level 3 & 4 Health and Wellbeing is advantageous but not essential

Experience in the Disability Sector

Can relate well to a diverse range of people

Have initiative and are reliable

Honest and trustworthy

Have a positive attitude and can support positive interactions

Full licence required

Why us?

At CCS Disability Action, we foster a supportive and inclusive workplace guided by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the New Zealand Disability Strategy. We uphold a strong human rights framework and promote equal opportunities for all.

Our strategic priorities, Te Aronui, shape how we work—valuing relationships, wellbeing, and knowledge while keeping whānau hauā/disabled people at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Join our friendly, values-driven team and make a meaningful impact every day.

With a strong employee value proposition, we offer great employee benefits, job-related training, and clear career growth pathways. Whether you’re with us short-term or long-term, we provide the tools and opportunities for success. Our employee benefits programme includes:

Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities

Applications close on Sunday 11th October 2026 (however applications will be processed as they are submitted, so please apply today).