Otaki Community Services & 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

Negotiable Salary

Community Support Worker-School Holiday Programme64450243623810111

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Community Support Worker-School Holiday Programme

Our School Holiday Program is all about fun activities in a safe and positive environment. Our team of support workers ensure that all children are catered for and active participation is achieved. - Fixed term, commencing in January 2026 - Mon - Fri - 8am - 4pm As a Community Support Worker in one of our School Holiday Programmes, you will work as part of a team, dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, secure and healthy space, where children with a learning disability can spend time in the holidays. Reporting to the Programme Leader, you will facilitate meaningful activities and support children to engage in a variety of tasks. These are fixed term contracts for two weeks which coincide with the Term 4 school holidays (12th to 30th January), based in Porirua **Skills & Experience** - Committed and passionate for supporting people with disabilities to live great lives - Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with your colleagues and the people you support - Empathy and willingness to support people with their personal cares, such as bathing, dressing and toileting **The ideal candidate will have:** - Willing to support people with disabilities - Reliability, Commitment, and Passion for working alongside people - We are looking for vibrant, energetic people who enjoy having fun - Ability to multi task and having confidence around children - A First Aid Cert 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!** Questions? Reach out to Siena on email siena.cockburn@spectrumfoundation.org.nz Spectrum Care is proudly an equal opportunity employer.

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Programme Leader - School Holiday Programme64450243638273112

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Programme Leader - School Holiday Programme

Fixed Term - 40 hours per week $23.50 - $29.10 plus Programme Leader allowance Porirua location Are you: - A team player with strong leadership qualities? - Great at communicating? - Adept to facilitating a structured, strengths-based children's programme As a Programme Leader in one of our School Holiday Programmes, you will lead a team, dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, secure and healthy space, where children with intellectual disabilities can spend time during the holidays. Reporting to the Service Coordinator, you will facilitate meaningful activities and support children to engage in a variety of tasks. Our school holiday programme is all about fun activities in a safe and positive environment. In a collaborative effort, we ensure that all children are catered for and active participation is achieved. Involved in this role is administration, resource management and the coaching and leading of your team. This is a fixed term contract covering 3+ consecutive weeks (Monday to Friday - excluding training), which coincide with the Term 3 school holidays (January) Minimum requirements: - A full New Zealand driver's license - Able to pass a NZ police check and Oranga Tamariki check - Previous experience in caring for children with disabilities - preferred, but not essential - The ability to communicate effectively to the people you will support, their families and the team including your manager- you may need to learn a range of communication styles, our people sometimes use tools to communicate. - The ability to lead, coach and develop team members, and to troubleshoot - Experience supporting people with disabilities and an understanding of positive behaviour support strategies - Ability to organise and allocate rosters and handle the booking calendar for attendance. What we offer: - A supportive and collaborative work environment - Full training and support - The opportunity to support people with disabilities to live great lives! 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)

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Community Support Worker - Porirua-Tawa64239427139074113

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Community Support Worker - Porirua-Tawa

Full-Time - 40 hours per week $23.50-$29.10 Titahi Bay location We currently have roles with our children's respite house at Spectrum Care covering early mornings, after school, evenings and weekends. We're looking for team members to help kids and teenagers with intellectual disabilities to feel safe and have fun while staying at our respite house in Titahi Bay. You will need to know how to liven things up, and calm things down, to notice how children are feeling, and to provide them with guidance, comfort or support as needed. You will need to be vigilant, warm, and creative. Additionally, as the children have a vast range of communication styles, an ability or interest in learning to find effective ways to communicate is very much preferred. 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 - 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 license - 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 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. 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)

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Senior Care Manager - Forensic Rehabilitation63973072484481114

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Senior Care Manager - Forensic Rehabilitation

* Starting salary of $78,090 per annum with work vehicle, phone, and laptop. * Office base in Porirua * Permanent, 80 hours per fortnight Mo te tunga | About the role Our Regional Intellectual Disability Supported Accommodation Service (RIDSAS) service is contracted by Manatu Hauora/Ministry of Health to provide forensic rehabilitation services for people with high and complex needs who have committed an offence and had contact with the justice system. We are seeking a compassionate and self-motivated leader to be responsible for the coordination of assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation planning for individuals with Intellectual disabilities to achieve their outcomes. As a Senior Care Manager, your role is legally defined in the IDCC&R Act 2003. You'll lead the development of individual care and rehabilitation plans, train staff, and collaborate with external agencies. You will link with the clinical team providing clinical advice and guidance to the Care Manager and Service Managers. This is a complex liaison role, working frequently with external stakeholders. Nga pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring * Relevant tertiary qualification within a health or disability service discipline e.g. Occupational Therapy / Nursing / Social Work / Psychology. * Previous relevant experience working positively with people who have an intellectual disability, and/or complex behavioural needs eg. positive behaviour support coaching, applied forensic experience. * Experience providing assessments and development of individual client plans. * Experience in delivering outcomes in a high-pressure and changing environment. * Ability to train and coach support staff. * Demonstrated understanding and preparation of risk assessment and management plans. * NZ full driver licence 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. * A collaborative and inclusive organisational culture with a focus on our people's wellbeing. * Commencement rate of $78,090 and an on-call allowance. * Work vehicle, phone, and laptop. * Ongoing learning and development opportunities * Fully funded Annual Practice Certificate (APC) 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. The RIDSAS Service provides compulsory care that focusses on rehabilitation; we have services in both Auckland and Wellington. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's 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

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Social Worker - Arohata Women's Prison63895707604994115

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Social Worker - Arohata Women's Prison

* Join a diverse multi-disciplinary team! * Provide tailored support to our wahine * Bring your robust understanding of social work principles and practices Social Worker - Arohata Women's Prison - Tawa Arohata Women's Prison: Arohata Women's Prison is one of three women's prisons within the network in New Zealand. At Arohata, we've been working hard to better serve the unique needs of women. Our Women's Strategy, "Wahine: E Rere Ana Ki te Pae Hou," Wahine: E Rere Ana Ki te Pae Hou Women's Strategy 2021 - 2025 | Department of Corrections sets the stage for a gender-specific, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach. Our Women's Strategy is an essential component of our approach, prioritising tailored interventions and services designed to address the unique risks and needs of women. We acknowledge the intricate web of severe trauma, mental health challenges, substance abuse, unhealthy relationships, and poverty that often underpin their involvement in criminal activities.We are committed to managing women in a manner that is trauma-informed and empowering, recognising their resilience and potential for positive change. Mo te tunga | About the role The Social Worker role plays a pivotal role in fostering the well-being of incarcerated women, with a particular emphasis on vulnerable individuals and mothers. As part of a diverse multi-disciplinary team comprising corrections officers, case managers, program facilitators, and healthcare professionals, the Social Worker collaborates to ensure the welfare of women in prison, guiding them through their period of incarceration and facilitating their transition towards a brighter future for both them and their children upon release. This position is primarily focused on providing tailored support to incarcerated mothers, assisting them in maintaining their parenting roles, navigating through statutory child protection procedures, and strengthening their bonds with their children. Additionally, it involves spearheading best practices within mothers with baby's units, offering guidance to pregnant women throughout their term in prison, and aiding in pre-planning for their child's future. The role extends to supporting young women in positive youth development, facilitating access to appropriate support services for transgender men and women, and closely collaborating with statutory child protection agencies when mothers are incarcerated. Moreover, it entails the exploration of innovative approaches to promote the well-being of women within the prison environment. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience The ideal candidate should possess a robust understanding of social work principles and practices, particularly in relation to working with women, including those who have experienced trauma. - - * They should demonstrate proficiency in operating within a Maori cultural framework and exhibit comprehension of the Treaty of Waitangi. * Candidates should showcase knowledge and application of trauma-informed practice models, along with the ability to exercise sound professional judgment tailored to individual needs. * Effective communication and relationship-building skills are paramount, enabling the candidate to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and maintain professional boundaries. * Adaptability and flexibility are key, as is the ability to navigate challenging situations with a positive demeanour. * Be able to recognise when to seek guidance on operational matters and demonstrate adeptness in managing time and workload effectively. * Successful applicants must hold a Social Work qualification recognised by the Social Workers Registration Board is essential, though consideration will be given to graduates with provisional registration. Nga painga | The benefits The midpoint of the salary range is $95,673 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $82,886 - $102,194 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. Mo matou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy. We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required. Tono inaianei | Apply Now To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency -

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Community Support Worker - Upper Hutt63840630812545116

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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 Site63612599266051117

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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

Negotiable Salary

Community Support Worker - School Holiday Programm63612272754305118

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Community Support Worker - School Holiday Programm

Our School Holiday Program is all about fun activities in a safe and positive environment. Our team of support workers ensure that all children are catered for and active participation is achieved. * Fixed term, commencing in September 2025 * Mon - Fri * 8am - 4pm As a Community Support Worker in one of our School Holiday Programmes, you will work as part of a team, dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, secure and healthy space, where children with a learning disability can spend time in the holidays. Reporting to the Programme Leader, you will facilitate meaningful activities and support children to engage in a variety of tasks. These are fixed term contracts for two weeks which coincide with the Term 3 school holidays (22nd September to 4th October), based in Porirua Skills & Experience * Committed and passionate for supporting people with disabilities to live great lives * Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with your colleagues and the people you support * Empathy and willingness to support people with their personal cares, such as bathing, dressing and toileting The ideal candidate will have: * Willing to support people with disabilities * Reliability, Commitment, and Passion for working alongside people * We are looking for vibrant, energetic people who enjoy having fun * Ability to multi task and having confidence around children * A First Aid Cert 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! Questions? Reach out to Siena on email siena.cockburn@spectrumfoundation.org.nz

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Registered Health Professional – Auckland63612261373955119

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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

Community Support Worker - Wellington636122594512651110

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Community Support Worker - Wellington

Part-Time - 20 hours per week $23.50-$29.10 Titahi Bay location We currently have roles with our children's respite house at Spectrum Care covering early mornings, after school, evenings and weekends. We're looking for team members to help kids and teenagers with intellectual disabilities to feel safe and have fun while staying at our respite house in Titahi Bay. You will need to know how to liven things up, and calm things down, to notice how children are feeling, and to provide them with guidance, comfort or support as needed. You will need to be vigilant, warm, and creative. Additionally, as the children have a vast range of communication styles, an ability or interest in learning to find effective ways to communicate is very much preferred. 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 - 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 license - 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: - Have worked in the care workforce for 24 months 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 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)

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Whānau Ora Navigators

Skilled and experienced Kaiarahi Kaimahi - Navigators Full-time, fixed-term 12 months - Porirua Wesley Community Action is looking for full-time fixed-term experienced Kaiarahi Kaimahi to join our Whanau Ora team. Kaiarahi guide the process supporting whanau to create their own whanau plans. Whanau Ora is a whanau lead, Kaupapa Maori and Te Tiriti informed approach that works alongside whanau to enable them to be in charge of their own wellbeing and future. Whanau are supported to identify the aspirations they have to improve their lives and build their capacity to achieve their goals. Our Kaiarahi Kaimahi work alongside whanau to: * identify and reduce stressors, increase options and create real choices * build skills, capabilities and resilience, extend whanau and community supports. Because Whanau Ora is whanau led, the mahi will look different in every whanau. For all whanau it is responsive to their priorities, skills, capabilities and tikanga. Support is provided at the times whanau most need it and is designed, as far as possible, to fit in with their routines and structures. To join our team, you will: * understand this is not an entry level position so will require maturity and relevant experience * bring passion to holistic, culturally responsive approaches to wellbeing aimed at achieving best outcomes for Maori * have experience of complex family systems * be relationship focused and forms connections with whanau with ease * have a full driver's licence, be computer literate and have time management skills * have relevant related, training, experience or qualifications We can offer you the following: * A supportive, whanau-friendly working culture with a good vibe * Regular professional supervision * Opportunities for you to grow your skills and enjoyment in your mahi through in-house and external training courses Wesley Community Action is committed to becoming a kaupapa te Tiriti organisation. Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 21 July 2025. Download the pack from our website https://www.wesleyca.org.nz/wesley/work-with-us or request an application pack, imacdonald@wesleyca.org.nz Return to applications: Isabel Macdonald imacdonald@wesleyca.org.nz and quote WHANAU ORA APPLICATION in your subject line.

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary