Fixed Term Support Worker

Make a meaningful difference by supporting people and whānau to achieve their goals and stay connected within their communities.

He Kōrero Mō Mātou | About Us

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a for-purpose organisation working across diverse communities to support wellbeing. We provide a broad range of community-based mental health and addiction, residential and respite, housing, and social services. Our purpose is to support the dignity and mana of people so they can be well and healthy. We are committed to working alongside the people and whānau we support in ways that are holistic, person-centred, culturally safe, and strengths-based.

He Kōrero Mō Te Tūranga | The Role

We have a fixed-term part-time Support Worker opportunity with our Mainstream Community Support service based in Manukau. This role is 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday only, with flexible working hours available between 7:00am and 7:00pm. Days and hours are negotiable. The role is fixed term until 18 December 2026 and focuses on supporting people and whānau in the community to build on their strengths, maintain wellbeing, and work towards goals that are important to them.

You will:

• Build positive and trusting relationships with people, whānau, community agencies, and health professionals.
• Support access to community resources, services, and opportunities that promote connection and participation.
• Contribute to support planning, goal setting, and regular reviews alongside the people we support.
• Maintain accurate documentation, client notes, and incident reporting.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external providers to ensure coordinated support.
• Follow organisational frameworks and culturally safe practices that uphold dignity, mana, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi).

He Kōrero Mōu | About You

You are a respectful and approachable team member who enjoys working alongside people from diverse backgrounds. You value inclusion, build genuine connections, and are committed to supporting people in a way that recognises their strengths, aspirations, and choices.

You will bring:

• New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 (or equivalent), or a commitment to achieve the qualification within the required timeframe.
• At least 2 years' experience in mental health, community support, housing, or a related social services sector.
• Strong relationship-building and written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively with diverse communities, including Māori and Pasifika.
• Knowledge of community resources, support networks, and community-based services.
• Must hold and maintain First Aid certification, including CPR, or be willing and able to complete this.
• A full, clean New Zealand driver licence.

Ko Tā Mātou Mahi | We Offer

Join a supportive team where your work helps create positive outcomes for people and whānau in the community.

We offer:

• Pay range of $25.67 to $30.52 per hour.
• Access to extensive wellbeing support, including counselling, budgeting advice, coaching services, and mental health workshops to support your hauora (wellbeing) and personal growth.
• Staff discounts with Southern Cross Health, PB Tech, Harvey Norman, Anytime Fitness, and more.
• Generous leave entitlements, including wellbeing leave, cultural leave, and study leave where applicable.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Inclusive and supportive teams grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi) and our Pou.
• Opportunities to grow within one of Aotearoa’s largest for-purpose organisations.

Your Career. For People. For Purpose.