Support Worker

JobSpace; Porirua; On-site; NZD 44,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased Employer Kiwisaver

Fifth week of Annual Leave

Paid Wellbeing Days

Health Now Card - $250/year

Job summary

Jora New Zealand in Porirua, Wellington, is seeking a part-time Support Worker (25 hours/week) to assist a 24-hour housing and recovery service. You will provide essential care to up to 16 individuals, focusing on wellbeing and progress along their recovery journey.

The role runs Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00am–2:30pm with flexible start/end times. A NZ driver’s license and NZCHW Level 4 or equivalent are required, with first aid certification and Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• Empathy and caring nature for tāngata whai ora.
• Effective communication with clients, families and partners.
• Accurate documentation of activities and progress.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and wellbeing support.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellbeing-focused support to tāngata whai ora.
• Partner with agencies (MSD, housing, employment) to achieve great outcomes.
• Document activities and progress as a key worker for tāngata whai ora.
• Support tāngata whai ora to achieve intentional goals that increase independence.
• Assist with maintenance tasks such as gardening and site tidiness.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Documentation

Trauma-informed care

Education

NZCHW Level 4

First aid certificate

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Support tangata whai ora to build skills, connections and independence in our 16-bed Housing & Recovery service.

As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we foster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.

The Benefits

• Increased Employer Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau.

About the Role

Become a valued member of our team, contributing to our 24-hour housing and recovery service, where you'll provide essential support to a maximum of 16 individuals. As a Support Worker, you'll deliver comprehensive assistance to tāngata whai ora throughout the morning and into the afternoon, fostering their well-being and journey towards recovery.

This is a permanent, 25 hours per week role. You will be working Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00am to 2:30pm (start and end times can be flexible), based in Porirua, Wellington.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting activities that are wellbeing focused with our tāngata whai ora
• Partnering with agencies (e.g. MSD, employment, housing) alongside tāngata whai ora, to support and advocate for great outcomes.
• Completing required documentation, including recording activities and progress as a key worker for our tāngata whai ora.
• Developing and supporting tāngata whai ora to achieve intentional goals that increase independence and life satisfaction.
• Participating in maintenance activities as required, like supporting tāngata whai ora with their vegetable gardens and general site cleanliness and tidiness.

About You

We are interested to hear from people from all backgrounds and life experiences who demonstrate a caring nature towards others and are prepared to work within a recovery and trauma-informed way.

You will also have the following:

• A current and clean NZ full driver's licence.
• A current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• Applicants must hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or are currently studying towards this qualification or a recognised equivalent.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Applications Close: 10 October 2026. Please note, this job may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.