Support Worker Kaimahi

Tika. Pono. Aroha.

At Te Kōtuku Ki Te Rangi, these aren't just values - they are the foundation of everything we do.

We're looking for a compassionate and dependable Support Worker Kaimahi to join our team and walk alongside tāngata whai i te ora on their journey to wellness, independence, and connection. This permanent full-time role reports to the Clinical Nurse Specialist & Team Lead - Ngā Parirau, and plays a key role in supporting quality, values-led care across our services.

As Support Worker Kaimahi, you'll:

• Awhi and manaaki tāngata whai i te ora to strengthen their wellbeing and independence
• Support daily living, personal goals, and participation in whānau and community life
• Encourage hauora routines and assist with medication, safety, and wellbeing plans
• Record progress, contribute to SNAP assessments, and support ongoing reviews
• Work closely with clinical teams, whānau, and community partners to provide safe, consistent, and mana-enhancing support

We're seeking someone who:

• Has experience supporting tāngata whai i te ora or in a hauora/community setting
• Holds (or is working towards) NZQA Level 4 Mental Health and Addictions Support (or equivalent)
• Communicates clearly, empathetically, and with professionalism
• Is flexible, reliable, and committed to teamwork
• Lives and models our values - Tika, Pono, Aroha - in all they do
• Understands and maintains privacy, safety, and OSH standards

Competence in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga is strongly valued in this role.

If you're passionate about making a difference - supporting tāngata whai i te ora and uplifting whānau through aroha and mana-enhancing practice - we'd love to hear from you.

To apply:

Click the "Click to Apply" button on our job board. You'll hear back from us about the next steps in the recruitment process within one week of applying.

The Job Description can be viewed by clicking the "Job Details" button. Remuneration details are available through the HR team upon request.

For more information about our mahi, visit All applicants must hold valid New Zealand residency or a work visa.