Job description Community Support Worker

Application form Community Support Worker

We are looking to recruit Community Support Workers for the following:

• Part-time Overnight Supports between 8pm and 8am

• Casual Support Workers

Job specific information

Opportunity to make a difference. Enjoy inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and values. This role offers you an exciting opportunity to use and develop your support skills within the Otago community. Our work is undertaken alongside disabled people, their family/whānau, and supports the individual’s needs in a person directed, creative way, making a difference in the community.

To be appointed the successful candidate will have:

• Initiative, be reliable and flexible.

• A positive attitude and a talent for developing supportive interactions.

• The ability to relate well to a diverse arrange of people.

• Experience supporting disabled people would be a distinct advantage.

• Strong connections to the community.

• The ability to work independently, but also in a team environment.

• A willingness to work with people we support to achieve their goals.

• On the job learning, ongoing support to achieve L3 and L4 Health and Wellbeing Certificates.

How to apply

To apply, send through your completed CCS Disability Action application form, a copy of your CV and a cover letter. This can be emailed to: Southern.Recruitment@ccsDisabilityAction.org.nz

We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Should you require an alternative method of application or accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Southern.Recruitment@ccsDisabilityAction.org.nz or contact Business Support Team on 03 365 5661.

Applications will be considered as they are received. As such, the closing date is subject to change.

About us

CCS Disability Action builds our work around three core documents; UN Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the New Zealand Disability Strategy. We work within a Human Rights framework and are committed to equal opportunity in all our employment policies and procedures. We welcome enquiries from everyone and we openly encourage people with lived experience to apply.