Support Workers - Invercargill – Waihōpai

2/22/2026

Support Workers will walk alongside individuals to help them build confidence, strengthen skills, and stay connected to important people, places, and activities in their community. Responsibilities include encouraging personal goals, celebrating progress, and upholding the dignity and autonomy of individuals, especially during personal care tasks.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

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

About the Role

Support Workers, Invercargill – Waihōpai

Various positions available within our Female Only Supported Living Services

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga
There are several opportunities available to join a long-standing, values-driven not-for-profit organisation that provides Supported Living services—walking alongside people as they build confidence, strengthen skills, and stay connected to the people, places, and activities that matter most.

In these roles, you will walk alongside people as they dream big, set personal goals, make new friends, and strengthen their confidence in themselves and their place in the community. Every day brings the chance to celebrate progress, encourage independence, and support meaningful moments.

Our team is warm, inclusive, and supportive. While experience in support work or Supported Living Services is helpful, we also welcome those who bring kindness, empathy, and a naturally positive, bubbly approach to life. If you have the heart for this mahi, we will provide the training to help you feel confident and capable.

You will bring a gentle, person-centred approach to your practice—honouring each person's choices, goals, and identity. When personal care is part of someone’s support plan, you will uphold their dignity and autonomy with compassion and respect.

Who are we | Ko wai mātou

Working in partnership to enable great lives – Mā te mahi tahi kia pai ai te oranga

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 need some support in their lives to achieve their goals. We work alongside people to ensure they live the life they want and achieve their dreams and aspirations as valued and contributing people within their community.

What you will bring | Ngā tohunga mō tēnei tūranga

• A current First Aid Certificate, or a willingness to complete one — and we’ll support you with the cost
• A FULL New Zealand Driver Licence (essential for supporting people in the community)
• The legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand
• A valid work visa with at least 12 months remaining

Alongside this, you will bring:
• A warm, compassionate approach and genuine care for others
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
• Patience, reliability, and a calm presence, even when things get busy
• An openness to learning, growing, and working collaboratively as part of a supportive team

How to apply | Te tuku tono

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.

Applications close | Te katinga ō tenei tūranga:

Applications close Monday 23rd March 2026 at 5pm. Due to the fast-paced nature of our work vacancy close dates may be subject to change.

Support Worker - Position Description

Key Skills

KindnessEmpathyPatienceReliabilityCommunication SkillsPerson-Centred ApproachCompassionRespectTeamworkLearningGoal Setting SupportIndependence Encouragement