Community Support Worker

1 week ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Spectrum Care Full time

We have more than 300 worksites and support options across the whole Auckland region from Warkworth to Waiuku.

In Supported Independent Living, we provide services for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities within their own homes and out into their community. We provide 1:1 support which consists of a range of hours between 6am to 9pm Monday to Sunday.

As a Community Support Worker you take on tasks that are dynamic and will depend on the needs and dreams of each person. You provide assistance with daily activities such as community participation, socializing, work or education, personal cares and domestic chores, as well as responsibility for reporting and administration.

Skills & Experience

Empathy for the challenges of trying to build an ordinary life while living with a disability
Energy to keep up with someone who likes to be on the go a lot
Ability to remain calm, and calming, in all situations
Resilience to help people keep boundaries to ensure their safety
Good at explaining and negotiating
Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with family, colleagues and the person you support
Ability and willingness to provide support and motivation with personal cares and daily living skills

The ideal candidate will have:

An interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification- we can support you to achieve this while you work
Experience supporting people with disabilities, and or mental health issues, and/or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable but not necessary
Reliability, commitment, and passion for working with people
A full New Zealand driver's licence
Able to pass a NZ police check
The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and email

If you're interested in supporting people to develop self-confidence and independence, and live their lives of choice, lives like any other, in their own communities, then we want to hear from you today

Apply now if you have a passion for working with people and want to make a difference

Spectrum Care is proudly an equal opportunity employer.'

Reference # 34180

Posted on 13 Jun 2024

Closes on 13 Jul :00

Location(s) Auckland, North Auckland, Central Auckland, West Auckland, South Auckland, East Auckland, Waiheke Island

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