Casual Support Workers
- Wellington - Based in Miramar and Rongotai
- $24.36 to $29.10 per hour
- Casual contract
We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our vibrant and passionate organisation. At Community Connections, we believe in doing things collectively, driven by our unwavering passion for empowering people with disabilities to live the lives they choose.
About Us
Community Connections is a values-driven disability upport provider operating across the North Island. Our vision is a fully inclusive Aotearoa, where disabled people are respected, supported, and able to live life on their own terms in the community they choose.
We’re an Equal Employment Opportunities employer, committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and the New Zealand Disability Strategy. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of disability or mental health, Maori, Pasifika, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
The Role
We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our Residential team in Wider Wellington. This is a casual role involving weekend and sleepovers, you will be working across a range of services to cover short term vacancies.
The people you support value kindness, consistency, and building strong relationships with the people around them. Your role will be to promote their independence, respect their routines, and support them to continue living a full and connected life in their community.The activities they enjoy is Bowling, going out for codee, taking walks, ice cream trips, drives, gardening, cooking, music , swimming and keeping fit.
About You
We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual who is actively engaged in the Wellington community. While having a background or interest in autism and intellectual disabilities is beneficial, an eagerness to learn is equally important.A commitment to making a positive impact on people's lives, community engagement, and strong non-verbal and verbal communication skills will make you a great fit for this role.
To succeed, you will need strong relationship-building skills, a calm and compassionate demeanor, and excellent communication skills. Knowledge of basic sign language is an advantage, and a flexible mindset is essential. You must be able to follow clear routines while also adapting to changing needs.
Essential criteria for this role:
- Full NZ Driver's Licence
- Legal right to work in New Zealand
- Willingness to undergo criminal and Oranga Tamariki checks
- Availability to work weekend and overnight shifts
Desirable:
- Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, Level 3 or above
- Basic sign language knowledge
- Experience in positive behavioural support
- Understanding of autism and intellectual disability
- Experience of assisting someone who has echolalia
Why Join Us
At Community Connections, you’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven team that’s passionate about making a real difference. We’re committed to your personal and professional development, including support to gain your Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing.
We value the work you do and offer a range of benefits, including:
- Weekend pay rates
- Mobile phone allowance
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
If you're ready to make a real impact and grow your career in a role that’s meaningful, empowering, and community-focused—we’d love to hear from you.