Carterton Community Development Job Listings

Community Support Worker - Residential64450556154115110

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Community Support Worker - Residential

**Community Support Worker - Residential** Part time - 16 hours per week $23.50 - $29.10 per hour Upper Hutt location We have a lovely home in Upper Hutt, where 4 young adults aged 21-24 live, with 24 hr support from a great staff team. We’re looking for casual staff to join us, to help people live their best lives. The 4 flatmates have loving and supportive families, who continue to be very involved in their kids lives, so as well as building trust with the flatmates, you’ll need to build trust with families too. You will enjoy being involved in their lives and seeing them actively exploring new opportunities in their home and neighbourhood. You'll need to have humour, warmth, good energy and the initiative to organise things that make life fun for these fabulous young people. They communicate in a variety of ways; gestures, some words, vocalisations, facial expressions, and some communication devices and tools. A key skill is being intuitive and patient, so you can really tune in to what's going on for each person and respond to them. With your help, these wonderful people will continue to lead good lives, enjoying and exploring whatever their neighbourhood has to offer and keeping connected with their whanau and friends. As the flatmates have physical support needs, your role as a support worker will include intimate care like helping to go to the toilet and have showers. You will need to be respectful and intuitive as you do this and be vigilant to their physical health and emotional comfort, giving them as much voice, choice and control as possible. You’ll need to be fit enough to push a wheelchair and willing to get in the swimming pool to enjoy some fun water play. **The ideal candidate will have:** - Excellent, clear, understandable verbal and written English is a pre-requisite to be considered for this role - Able to pass a NZ police check - 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 - An interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification- we can support you to achieve this while you work - The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and email **What you'll get from us:** - A supportive and collaborative work environment - Development opportunities and continuing education - we provide support to obtain NZQA Level 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications - The opportunity to support people with disabilities to live great lives! 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 2 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. If you are interested in supporting children and young 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!** For more information, please email Siena at wellington.recruit@spectrumcare.org.nz (Please note: We do not accept email applications, please apply through the "Apply Now" link)

Upper Hutt, New Zealand

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Community Support Worker - Permanent Reliever64061180683778111

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Community Support Worker - Permanent Reliever

Permanent Part-time - 32 hours per week $23.50 - $29.10 per hour Wellington City location At Spectrum Care, we provide support for adults with intellectual and/or physical disabilities to live great lives. Being a Permanent Reliever means that no two days are the same. You will get to work with a wide variety and range of people from different backgrounds and with varying support needs. As a Permanent Reliever you will be expected to work across multiple homes and all types of shifts, depending on the staffing needs of the houses. People with an intellectual disability want the same things as you and I. They just want someone to show them the way, not do it for them but to teach them. Support Workers are not carers. If you are observant, have real listening skills and appreciate diversity then you are off to a good start. We want people that can think on their feet, have energy to get out and about. People that are willing to get in a pool, not watch from the sides. You will need to adapt your communication style to fit our people's needs and be ready for a variety of opinions. **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 license (essential) - 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 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. **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.'

Wellington, New Zealand

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Community Support Worker - Wellington64041389383681112

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Community Support Worker - Wellington

**Community Support Worker — Empower Through Connection** **Casual position** 💰 **$23.50 - $29.10 per hour** 📍**Wellington** Do you believe that hobbies build confidence, community creates belonging, and everyone deserves a life filled with purpose? Spectrum Care is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to join our Supported Independent Living team — helping people with disabilities live ordinary, extraordinary lives. **About Supported Independent Living** Supported Independent Living (SIL) is all about empowering adults with physical and intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and be active members of their communities. We provide tailored, one-on-one support that helps people build routines, develop life skills, and pursue personal goals — whether that's joining a local club, finding meaningful work, or simply enjoying a hobby. Support is offered across a range of hours (6am-9pm, Monday to Sunday), and is shaped by each person's unique needs, interests, and aspirations. **About the Role** As a Community Support Worker, you'll provide one-on-one support to adults with physical and intellectual disabilities in their homes and communities. Your work will be dynamic and person-led, shaped by each individual's goals, interests, and aspirations. You'll help people: - Explore hobbies and passions — from music and art to sports and animals - Build daily routines that support independence and wellbeing - Connect with local clubs, community spaces, and interest groups - Discover volunteering, education, or employment opportunities - Strengthen social confidence and relationships - Navigate everyday tasks like personal care, household chores, and community outings Support hours range between 6am and 9pm, Monday to Sunday, with some flexibility to suit both staff and the people we support. **Who You Are** You bring creativity, empathy, and a genuine love for people. You might be into: 🎨 Art, 🎶 Music, 🐕 Dog walking, 🏀 Sports, 🌱 Gardening, 🎮 Gaming, 🧁 Baking — or anything else that sparks joy and connection. You're also: - Organised and reliable - Patient and calm in all situations - A great communicator with families, colleagues, and the people you support - Comfortable with personal care and daily living support - Passionate about inclusion, empowerment, and community engagement **What You'll Need** - A full NZ driver's licence - or actively working towards one - Excellent verbal and written English - Ability to pass a NZ police check - Basic computer skills (Word, email, internet) - Willingness to learn — we'll support you to gain a Level 3 qualification in Community Support Work - Required to attend a 2 week paid induction to prepare you for the role - Experience with disability, mental health, or behaviours that challenge is helpful but not essential. What matters most is your ability to connect, uplift, and inspire. **If you are a non-resident applying for this role you must meet the following INZ Level 3 skill requirements to be considered:** - Have worked in the care workforce for 3 years or more, and been paid at least the care workforce wage rate during that time, 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. If you're ready to help others build lives full of creativity, connection, and confidence — we'd love to hear from you. **Apply today and be part of something truly meaningful.** Spectrum Care is proudly an equal opportunity employer.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Team Leader - Healthy Families63612610035458113

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Team Leader - Healthy Families

What if your next role helped shift health outcomes for whanau across Aotearoa — for good? We’re looking for a dynamic, people-first leader to guide a passionate team of kaimahi in the heart of our hapori. As Kaiarahi Tima Whanau Ora (Team Leader Healthy Families), you’ll be at the forefront of empowering whanau, shaping health services, and building trusted relationships with iwi, hapu, Pasifika, and wider community groups. If you're driven by kaupapa Maori values, skilled at whakawhanaungatanga, and keen to turn big ideas into action — this is your calling. What You'll Do - Champion whanau wellbeing and lead initiatives that help reduce the impact of cancer and health inequities - Strengthen community partnerships with Maori health providers, local councils, and hauora organisations - Provide hands-on leadership to a dedicated team working across Newtown, Porirua, Kapiti, and the Hutt Valley - Help design and deliver impactful kaupapa focused on cancer prevention and support - Be a go-to cultural leader, weaving tikanga Maori and holistic models into our mahi - Drive change at both grassroots and strategic levels — with autonomy, heart, and purpose About You - Experienced (5+ years) in Maori health, public health, or supportive care settings - Grounded in Te Ao Maori, with a deep understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action - A natural leader and mentor who thrives in collaborative, community-driven environments - Fluent in building bridges — between people, services, and aspirations - A confident communicator, well-organised, and digitally capable - Holds a full NZ Driver Licence (Essential) What Makes This Role Special? In this role, you’ll be leading work that truly matters — making a tangible difference for Maori, Pasifika, and other communities across Te Whanganui-a-Tara. No two days are the same; one moment you might be at a hui with local hapori leaders, the next you’re mentoring kaimahi or co-creating new health initiatives. You’ll be part of a passionate, friendly team that values aroha, equity, and authenticity, all while helping to shape a future where every whanau has the support and information they need to live well. Ready to step into a role that blends leadership, kaupapa Maori, and community transformation? Come be part of something bigger — where your mahi lifts lives!

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Registered Health Professional - Wellington63612261355009114

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Registered Health Professional - Wellington

Registered Health Professional - Disability Sector * Multiple roles available - we welcome applications from Speech Language Therapists, Dietitians and Occupational Therapists * Full-time opportunities with flexible location options * Competitive salary starting from $80k+ Mo te tunga | About the role We're looking for a Health Professional with experience in the Health and Disability sector to join our National Wellbeing Clinical team. In this role, you'll guide and support wellbeing initiatives, helping to develop and deliver evidence-based programmes that address physical decline and deconditioning in the people we support. While not delivering direct clinical care, your expertise will shape safe, high-quality practices—particularly in our Safer Eating and Drinking Programme. This is a full-time role open to experienced clinicians across New Zealand who want to make a real impact in the disability sector. Nga pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring. * New Zealand Registered with a minimum of a bachelor's degree and current Annual Practising Certificate or professional membership * At least 1 year of post-graduate experience * Proven success in delivering health initiatives, ideally within large organisations. * An understanding of safer eating and drinking * Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and prioritise tasks. * Experience in community settings working with complex support. * Must be willing to travel nationwide, sometimes at short notice. Nou te rourou | What's in it for you? * A rewarding opportunity to work for a meaningful cause with an established not-for-profit organisation that provides support services to people with intellectual disabilities. * Flexible working conditions - the opportunity to work from anywhere in NZ. * Highly-skilled and experienced clinical team who work collaboratively - you will have opportunities to grow your clinical skills and knowledge. * Energetic and dedicated team with approachable, knowledgeable, and supportive management Mo matou | About us IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community. Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV, and cover letter outlining your previous experience and motivation to apply for this role. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruitment@ihc.org.nz. The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Registered Health Professional – Auckland63612261373955115

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Registered Health Professional – Auckland

Registered Health Professional - Disability Sector * Multiple roles available - we welcome applications from Speech Language Therapists, Dietitians and Occupational Therapists * Full-time opportunities with flexible location options * Competitive salary starting from $80k+ Mo te tunga | About the role We're looking for a Health Professional with experience in the Health and Disability sector to join our National Wellbeing Clinical team. In this role, you'll guide and support wellbeing initiatives, helping to develop and deliver evidence-based programmes that address physical decline and deconditioning in the people we support. While not delivering direct clinical care, your expertise will shape safe, high-quality practices—particularly in our Safer Eating and Drinking Programme. This is a full-time role open to experienced clinicians across New Zealand who want to make a real impact in the disability sector. Nga pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring. * New Zealand Registered with a minimum of a bachelor's degree and current Annual Practising Certificate or professional membership * At least 1 year of post-graduate experience * Proven success in delivering health initiatives, ideally within large organisations. * An understanding of safer eating and drinking * Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and prioritise tasks. * Experience in community settings working with complex support. * Must be willing to travel nationwide, sometimes at short notice. Nou te rourou | What's in it for you? * A rewarding opportunity to work for a meaningful cause with an established not-for-profit organisation that provides support services to people with intellectual disabilities. * Flexible working conditions - the opportunity to work from anywhere in NZ. * Highly-skilled and experienced clinical team who work collaboratively - you will have opportunities to grow your clinical skills and knowledge. * Energetic and dedicated team with approachable, knowledgeable, and supportive management Mo matou | About us IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community. Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV, and cover letter outlining your previous experience and motivation to apply for this role. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruitment@ihc.org.nz. The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Carterton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Kaiarahi Tima Whanau Ora / Team Lead Family63612248931073116

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Kaiarahi Tima Whanau Ora / Team Lead Family

What if your next role helped shift health outcomes for whanau across Aotearoa — for good? We’re looking for a dynamic, people-first leader to guide a passionate team of kaimahi in the heart of our hapori. As Kaiarahi Tima Whanau Ora (Team Leader Healthy Families), you’ll be at the forefront of empowering whanau, shaping health services, and building trusted relationships with iwi, hapu, Pasifika, and wider community groups. If you're driven by kaupapa Maori values, skilled at whakawhanaungatanga, and keen to turn big ideas into action — this is your calling. What You'll Do - Champion whanau wellbeing and lead initiatives that help reduce the impact of cancer and health inequities - Strengthen community partnerships with Maori health providers, local councils, and hauora organisations - Provide hands-on leadership to a dedicated team working across Newtown, Porirua, Kapiti, and the Hutt Valley - Help design and deliver impactful kaupapa focused on cancer prevention and support - Be a go-to cultural leader, weaving tikanga Maori and holistic models into our mahi - Drive change at both grassroots and strategic levels — with autonomy, heart, and purpose About You - A registered health professional with a passion for whanau-centred practice - Experienced (5+ years) in Maori health, public health, or supportive care settings - Grounded in Te Ao Maori, with a deep understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action - A natural leader and mentor who thrives in collaborative, community-driven environments - Fluent in building bridges — between people, services, and aspirations - A confident communicator, well-organised, and digitally capable What Makes This Role Special? In this role, you’ll be leading work that truly matters — making a tangible difference for Maori, Pasifika, and other communities across Te Whanganui-a-Tara. No two days are the same; one moment you might be at a hui with local hapori leaders, the next you’re mentoring kaimahi or co-creating new health initiatives. You’ll be part of a passionate, friendly team that values aroha, equity, and authenticity, all while helping to shape a future where every whanau has the support and information they need to live well. Ready to step into a role that blends leadership, kaupapa Maori, and community transformation? Come be part of something bigger — where your mahi lifts lives!

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Community Support Worker - Upper Hutt63840630812545117

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Community Support Worker - Upper Hutt

Community Support Worker - Residential Part time - 20 hours per week $23.50 - $29.10 per hour Upper Hutt location Spectrum Care provides support to people with intellectual disabilities in several locations in the North Island. We have an existing home in Trentham, Upper Hutt where 3 people in their early 30's currently enjoy living while being supported 24/7 by staff. We currently have a part time role available where you will get to spend time with the flatties and join their very busy social lives. You'll need to gain not only their trust and confidence, but that of their families, by being a great communicator, being transparent, supportive and understanding, and working in respectful partnership with them. The two women and one male have their own interests and personalities, so you'll need to get to know them and what makes them tick. They enjoy swimming, gardening, opera, going out for a meal, music, library, Lego and games- sometimes they may want company and liveliness, sometimes peace and quiet. The flatties need some hands-on support for daily living, like bathing and showering, continence, and also household tasks like making tasty healthy meals and general cleaning. They communicate in a variety of ways, gestures, some words, vocalisations, facial expressions, and some communication devices and tools. A key skill is being intuitive and patient, so you can really tune in to what's going on for each person and respond to them. With your empathy and initiative, these wonderful people will continue to lead good lives, enjoying and exploring whatever their neighbourhood has to offer and keeping connected with their whanau and friends. 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: - Excellent, clear, understandable verbal and written English is a pre-requisite to be considered for this role - Experience supporting someone with Type 1 Diabetes, managed by insulin, is ideal but not necessary as training will be provided - Able to pass a NZ police check - Experience supporting people with disabilities, and or mental health issues, and/or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable but not necessary - Reliability to work a variety of shifts; including sleep-over shifts and weekend shifts - A full New Zealand driver's licence - An interest in attaining a Community Support Worker Level Three or above qualification- we can support you to achieve this while you work - The ability to use a computer effectively, including programs such as Word, Internet Explorer, and email What you'll get from us: - A supportive and collaborative work environment - Development opportunities and continuing education - we provide support to obtain NZQA Level 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing qualifications - The opportunity to support people with disabilities to live great lives! 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 2 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. If you are interested in supporting children and young 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! For any queries, please email Siena at wellington.recruit@spectrumcare.org.nz (Please note: We do not accept email applications, please apply through the "Apply Now" link)

Upper Hutt, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Resource Worker - Horowhenua Site63612599266051118

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Resource Worker - Horowhenua Site

**Make a difference for Tamariki and Rangatahi as a Support Worker** - **Casual Resource workers - Based at our Horowhenua Site** - **Tamariki & Rangatahi Support Worker (Resource Workers) vacancies** - **Hourly rate $26.00 per hour** (as and when required for short or block assignments) Are you driven to make a difference for tamaiti tāne and their whānau? At Oranga Tamariki, we are committed to placing tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do. We believe every young person deserves to feel safe, have their voices heard and be surrounded by loving whānau. **About the role | Mō te tūnga** Ideal candidates for this role are strong, assertive individuals who are driven to making a difference to the lives of our young people. In this rewarding role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our Tamariki and rangitahi, helping them navigate their journeys with understanding and care. The mahi you do will vary depending on the needs at the time, but could include the following: - **Transport** tamariki and rangatahi to school, appointments, activities, and respite - **Minding** tamariki and rangatahi when they are not with their whānau - Weekend work and hours outside of core business hours may be required, and travel may on occasion require you to stay overnight. - Support, mentor and walk alongside our tamariki and rangatahi during their journey with us - You may assist Social Workers if the need arises - Supervising tamariki and rangatahi visits at a variety of venues with parents, whānau and/or siblings, and writing observational reports for the social worker. **What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu** - Flexibility to work varying hours including weekends and potentially overnight stays - Patience, empathy and an ability to see past what someone might be struggling with - Experience with tamariki and rangatahi who may have complex needs (Behavioral, Trauma, ADHD, Autism, FASD to name a few) - Exhibit discretion and be able to earn the trust of tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and other staff - Demonstrate tolerance and understanding - Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience, be able to prepare an accurate, understandable, and useable report or incident record to social workers - Always show a high degree of consistency in behaviour and act as a clear and positive role model, generating confidence and commitment of others through his/her own ethical conduct - The ability to work in New Zealand, hold a clean current **full** driver's licence - An understanding and appreciation of cultural issues and concerns in particular, Tikanga Māori & Pacific Island cultures. - Provide **professional references** from current and previous employers **What's in it for you | Nōu te rourou** - A vibrant and supportive team environment - Training and professional development opportunities - The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of tamariki and rangitahi **How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono** If you want to help improve the lives of vulnerable tamariki and rangatahi please apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. If you are an employee of Oranga Tamariki already, please ensure you register or login using your work email address. Only applications made online will be accepted. If you have any queries, please contact info_recruit@ot.govt.nz **Applications close: Friday 15th August 2025!!** We will be **reviewing CV's** and **interviewing** preferred candidates **as we go** so **get your applications in now!** Please note we do reserve the right to **close the advert** once all **roles are filled.** *If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.*

Horowhenua District, Manawatū-Whanganui Region, New Zealand

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