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Community Support Worker - Supported Independent Living - Auckland

Community Support Worker - Supported Independent Living - Auckland

Spectrum CareAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Community Support Worker — Empower Through Connection

Part-time | 12 hours per week, $23.50 - $29.10 per hour, Otara, Auckland

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.

Our client is a young man seeking guidance to develop skills in education, employment, independent living, and positive social connections. He would benefit from consistent, compassionate support within a safe and empowering environment, enabling him to explore his identity and aspirations.

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.

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

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

    The following qualifications and skills are required :

  • 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're a non-resident applying for this role, you must meet the following INZ Level 3 skill requirements :

  • 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.

    • Spectrum Care is proudly an equal opportunity employer.

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