Community Support Worker - ResidentialCasual position$23.97 - $29.68 per hourHamilton locationAt Spectrum Care, we support adults with intellectual and/or physical disabilities to live great lives.We are seeking a confident Community Support Worker to join one of our homes in Hamilton, supporting three men in their 50s with intellectual disabilities.The people we support enjoy walking, going for drives and participating in the community. They experience behaviours that can be challenging, including fixation and household dynamic challenges, so you will need to remain calm, maintain appropriate boundaries, and provide clear, respectful redirection.Skills And ExperienceEmpathy and a person-centred approachConfidence supporting behaviours that can be challengingAbility to remain calm and reassuring in difficult situationsResilience and consistency in maintaining boundariesStrong communication, negotiation and redirection skillsAbility to communicate effectively with the people we support, families and colleaguesWillingness to support personal care and daily living skillsClear,



understandable written and spoken English Energy and enthusiasm for activities such as walking and community outingsThe Ideal Candidate Will HaveA full New Zealand driver's licence (essential)Reliability, commitment and a passion for supporting peopleExperience supporting people with disabilities, mental health needs or behaviours that can be challengingAn interest in attaining a Level 3 Community Support qualification or above, we can support you to achieve this while you workThe ability to pass a New Zealand Police checkConfidence using computers, including Word, web browsers and emailRequirementsIf 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 3 years or more, orA relevant qualification on the Recent 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.The Spectrum Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage and support applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and neurodivergent individuals.

📌 Community Support Worker - Hamilton
🏢 Spectrum Care
📍 Hamilton