Disability Support Worker, Whakatū Nelson
Ngā Tūnga Wā-Katoa me ngā Tūnga Wā-Wātea | Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities
Various full-time and part-time opportunities are available across the Nelson region.
Requirements:
Must be available to work at least one weekend shift.
Must be able to provide personal care in a high and complex needs environment.
Mō Tēnei Tūranga | About the Role
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?
Do you thrive in a role where every day is unique and meaningful?
We’re looking for compassionate and reliable Support Workers to join our Nelson team. You’ll be supporting people with complex needs to live the life they choose, both at home and in their community.
What we're looking for:
A calm, caring individual with a positive outlook.
Experience providing personal care with dignity and respect.
Strong communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to think on your feet.
An understanding of the Enabling Good Lives principles, or a willingness to learn.
If you bring heart to your work and believe in empowering others to achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you.
Ko Wai Mātou | Who We Are
Community Care Trust Aotearoa’s vision is a world that truly values and celebrates diversity.
We work in partnership with adults and youth across Te Waipounamu (the South Island) who require support to achieve their goals and aspirations. We walk alongside people to ensure they can live the life they choose as valued and contributing members of their communities.
Our organisation has a strong commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to the role for which they have applied.
Ngā Pūkenga me ngā Tohu | What You Will Bring
A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one at our cost.
A full, current New Zealand Driver Licence (essential).
Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
A valid work visa with at least 12 months remaining before expiry.
Please note: No AEWV job tokens are available for this region.
Te Tuku Tono | How to Apply
We can tell you more about what makes Community Care Trust unique at interview. If you have any questions, please contact Sandy or David on 0800 800 001.
Te Katinga o Tēnei Tūranga | Applications Close
Tuesday 14th July 2026 at 5.00pm
Due to the fast-paced nature of our work, the closing date may be subject to change. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Community Care Trust is a not-for-profit charitable trust that works with people to find out what they want to achieve in life and then provide the support they need to get there.
We have been awarded silver accreditation against the Investors in People Standard, demonstrating our commitment to realising the potential of our employees.
People are supported to learn and maintain skills in many different areas of life such as household management, education, communication, relationships, employment, and health and wellbeing.
Community Care Trust provides a wide range of services to a diverse range of people including:
People with an intellectual disability
People on the autism spectrum
People who have an injury that has resulted in a disability (via ACC)
Children and young people requiring urgent supported accommodation (via Oranga Tamariki)
People with physical impairment
People with high and complex support needs
People with challenging behaviour
People that have a disability and have committed a criminal offence
