Home Support Community Worker- Kaikohe
Locations: Kaikohe and Kaihu
Positions Available: Full-Time, Part-Time and Casual Relief
Make a Difference Every Day
Do you have a passion for supporting people to live independent, fulfilling lives? Join our Disability Support Services team and help empower tāngata whaikaha to achieve their goals, participate in their communities, and live life to the fullest.
At Ngāti Hine Health Trust, we are committed to improving wellbeing outcomes for whānau through a kaupapa Māori approach that embraces Whānaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
About the Role
As a Home Support Community Worker, you will provide person-centred support to individuals living with disabilities in their homes and communities. You will work alongside tangata whaiora and their whānau to encourage independence, build confidence, and support them to achieve their aspirations.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with personal care and daily living activities.
- Supporting participation in community, social, recreational and cultural activities.
- Implementing individual support and lifestyle plans.
- Supporting people to develop life skills and achieve personal goals.
- Encouraging independence, choice and self-determination.
- Providing companionship and emotional support.
- Maintaining accurate records and reporting requirements.
- Working collaboratively with whānau, colleagues and other services.
What We're Looking For
You will:
- Have a genuine passion for supporting people and making a positive difference.
- Be able to work independently and manage your time effectively.
- Demonstrate empathy, patience, reliability and excellent communication skills.
- Be comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
- Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Be committed to working within a kaupapa Māori environment and supporting Whānau Ora outcomes.
- Have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the ability to work respectfully
with diverse cultures and communities.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Experience working in disability support, home support, healthcare, aged care or community services.
- Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 (or willingness to work towards obtaining one).
- Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives.
- Supportive and values-driven team environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible employment options available.
- Opportunity to work within an organisation committed to whānau wellbeing and community empowerment.
Apply Now
If you're passionate about supporting others and want to be part of a team that values people, culture and community, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us in helping tāngata whaikaha live with dignity, independence and choice.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter.
"He tangata, he tangata, he tangata - it is the people who matter."