**Make a Meaningful Impact — Join Spectrum Care as a Community Support Worker** **Part Time - 32 Hours per week** **$23.50 - $29.10 per hour** **Whangarei Location** **Empowering women to live meaningful lives.** At **Spectrum Care**, we believe in supporting adults with intellectual and/or physical disabilities to live great lives — and we know that compassionate, capable support workers bring incredible strength to this mission. If you're someone who leads with empathy, communicates with heart, and thrives in a role that blends care with purpose, we'd love to welcome you to our team. **About the Role** This opportunity involves working in a warm, supportive home with **four young adult women** who live with **challenging behaviours**. They love swimming, going for walks, and enjoying time on the swings — so if you enjoy being active and outdoors, you'll fit right in! You'll be part of a **rotating roster**, providing consistent, calming support that helps these women feel safe, empowered, and understood. Every day brings new moments of connection, growth, and joy. **What You'll Do** As a **Community Support Worker**, you'll help individuals: - Participate in community activities - Build social connections - Pursue work or education goals - Develop daily living skills - Feel supported, respected, and valued **What You'll Bring** We're looking for a support worker who is: - Naturally empathetic and nurturing - Calm and grounding in all situations - Energetic and able to keep up with active lifestyles - Skilled at setting boundaries with kindness and clarity - A great communicator — with families, colleagues, and the people you support - Willing to assist with personal care and daily living tasks - Confident with comprehension and communication **Ideal Candidate** You might be just who we're looking for if you: - Are interested in gaining a Level 3 (or higher) Community Support Worker qualification — we can support you to achieve this while you work - Have experience (or a strong interest) in supporting people with disabilities, mental health needs, or challenging behaviours — especially nonverbal individuals - Are reliable, committed, and passionate about helping others - Hold a full New Zealand driver's licence - Can pass a NZ police check - The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Email etc.), and Intranet - Excellent, clear, understandable verbal and written English is a pre-requisite to be considered for this role If you are a non-resident applying for this role you must meet the following INZ Level 3 skill requirements to be considered: - at least 3 years of relevant work experience, or - a relevant qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) — this must be at least a level 4 qualification for a role at skill level 3, or a diploma for a role at skill level 2. **Why Spectrum Care?** We're proud to be an **equal opportunity employer** that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and life experiences — whether you're returning to the workforce, changing careers, or looking for a role that aligns with your values. **Ready to Make a Difference?** If you're passionate about people and want a career that truly changes lives, **apply now** and become part of something extraordinary.