Support Worker – Empower Independence (Part-Time, Weekends)

Community Connections; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 3,423,000 - 4,089,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Connections in Manawatu is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our Supported Independent Living team. You’ll help tangata whaikaha build confidence, independence and live the life they choose, with a focus on daily living skills and meaningful connections.

This permanent part-time role offers 19 hours per fortnight on a roster, with weekend shifts. A NZ driver’s license and clear police checks are required; First Aid and Health & Wellbeing certificates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with complex needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Caring, empathetic and respectful approach.
• Proactive and flexible mindset.
• Commitment to supporting people to live meaningful and independent lives.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to develop essential life skills and independence.
• Build meaningful connections with whānau, hapori and places of belonging.
• Help people work towards goals that matter to them.

Skills

Disability support

Communication skills

Empathy and care

Flexible attitude

Goal-oriented

Education

First Aid certificate

Health and Wellbeing certificate

Job description

Community Connections in Manawatu is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our Supported Independent Living team. You’ll help tangata whaikaha build confidence, independence and live the life they choose, with a focus on daily living skills and meaningful connections.

This permanent part-time role offers 19 hours per fortnight on a roster, with weekend shifts. A NZ driver’s license and clear police checks are required; First Aid and Health & Wellbeing certificates are preferred.