We are seeking a local, for a casual role with us! $23.50 - $29.10 per hour Casual roles, availability to work weekdays and weekends when required Pakuranga, East Auckland Location We are looking for a Community Support Worker, for a young man in our community, under Spectrum Care's Choices in Community Living Service. If the support worker has hobbies and knowledge of the Indian culture that is a bonus! ***Are you keen to support someone 1:1 in achieving their life goals? Help him get connected to his community and reach his full potential******?*** We are looking for people to support a young man living in **Pakuranga, Auckland.** He is very keen on the outdoors, going on walks and is looking for someone that is physically fit and interested in this too. He enjoys immersing himself in the Indian culture and being out and about. Your role will be to support him to extend his social networks and skills, develop relationships and explore what the world has to offer. He is in his 20's and therefore the ideal support person will be vibrant, fun, self-motivated, innovative and a good listener. He needs someone he can connect with, someone who wants to help him grow, make informed decisions and sometimes take considered risks as he develops his independence. **You will ideally have :** - Experience supporting people with disabilities, mental health issues, and/or behaviours that can be challenging is desirable **but not necessary** - Reliability, commitment, and passion for working with people with disabilities - 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 - Excellent, clear, understandable verbal and written English is a pre-requisite to be considered for this role I*f 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.* Enjoy exclusive Spectrum discounts from leading retail outlets including technology, food, fuel, travel and much more! If you're interested in supporting people to develop self-confidence and independence, live their lives of choice 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!