Community Support Worker

CCS Disability Action’s vision is to see every disabled person/whānau hauā interwoven into the lives of their whānau and community.

We are the largest pan-disability support and advocacy organisation in New Zealand. Since 1935, we have been at the forefront of service provision, advocacy, and information sharing, working closely with disabled people / whānau hauā and their families across New Zealand.

Job title: Community Support Worker

Job location: Nelson

Hours: Casual position Monday – Thursday 9.30am to 11.30 am (hours and days maybe flexible)

About the role:

Are you sociable and fun-loving person, with a few spare hours a week? Do you enjoy getting out in the community, going for walks, shopping, enjoy sports and enjoy the garden? Join us and help to create a more inclusive Aotearoa. This is a great opportunity to make a difference and develop your support skills within our Nelson community!

Job-specific information:

This role offers you an exciting opportunity to become involved in organisation making a difference in the community. The Community Support Worker is responsible for ensuring that disabled people can live in their own homes and participate in their own community by accessing opportunities of their choosing as detailed in their Personal Plan. The support provided will promote confidence, skill building, independence, quality of life and inclusion within the family / whanau and the wider community.

Our organisation takes a social, rather than medical approach, supporting disabled people to live their best lives*.* We are guided by the Enabling Good Lives principles, shifting power and authority back to disabled people and their families, to increase choice and control in their lives.

About you:

We are looking for people who can demonstrate the following personal skills and attributes, and professional skills and knowledge:

• Initiative, is reliable and flexible.
• A positive attitude and a talent for developing supportive interactions.
• Ability to relate well to a diverse arrange of people.
• Experienced in supporting disabled people with high and complex needs would be a distinct advantage.
• Have strong connections to the community.
• Can 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.
• Holds New Zealand Full Class 1 Driver’s License with the ability of driving both automatic and manual vehicles (require driving a manual van)
• Have the knowledge and experience or willing to learn to operate the hoist in the mobility van.
• Experienced in operating or willing to learn how to operate and use a portable hoist for transfers.
• Have personal care experiences would be ideal.
• Ability to assist with mobility support, including pushing and manoeuvring a manual wheelchair.
• Friendly, approachable, and able to develop positive relationships.

Why us?

At CCS Disability Action, we foster a supportive and inclusive workplace guided by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the New Zealand Disability Strategy. We uphold a strong human rights framework and promote equal opportunities for all.

Our strategic priorities, Te Aronui, shape how we work—valuing relationships, wellbeing, and knowledge while keeping whānau hauā/disabled people at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Join our friendly, values-driven team and make a meaningful impact every day.

With a strong employee value proposition, we offer great employee benefits, job-related training, and clear career growth pathways. Whether you’re with us short-term or long-term, we provide the tools and opportunities for success. Our employee benefits programme includes:

·         Exclusive discounts

·         Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

·         A paid annual wellbeing day.

How to apply:

Please go to our company website https://www.ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz/job-vacancies , Click ‘View Job’ and then ‘Apply Now’ which will take you to the application form.

Complete the form and upload your cover letter—where you can share a bit about yourself and your interests—along with your CV, outlining your work experience and education. Once you've submitted your application, it will be sent directly to us for review.

Applications close on 5pm, Friday 6th November 2026.

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 value diversity in our workforce. We openly encourage disabled people to apply*.*

If you need accommodations or an alternative application method, please contact [email protected] We’re committed to making our process accessible to all.

 CCS Disability Action’s vision is to see every disabled person/whānau hauā interwoven into the lives of their whānau and community.

We are the largest pan-disability support and advocacy organisation in New Zealand. Since 1935, we have been at the forefront of service provision, advocacy, and information sharing, working closely with disabled people / whānau hauā and their families across New Zealand.