Level 4 Community Support Worker (Complex Behavioural Needs) - Palmerston North

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Level 4 Community Support Worker (Complex Behavioural Needs) – Palmerston North Compassionate Community Support Workers Wanted – Palmerston North Join a Caring Team Supporting People with Disabilities Flexible Shifts, Meaningful Work, Real Impact We are looking for caring and reliable Community Support Workers to support a client with an intellectual disability and autism. This is a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day. Why You'll Love This Role: Be part of a supportive, professional team Work in a 24/7 care environment with flexible shifts, including weekends and sleepovers. Opportunities to develop your skills while providing meaningful, hands-on support Employment Type: Permanent Part-time. Job Location: Palmerston North and nearby regions. Days of Work: As this is community-based work, rotating rosters would be involved including am, pm and weekend work. The duration of these hours may vary, ranging from shorter to longer periods, depending on the specific needs of the people we support. Responsibilities: Working closely with our Service Users to provide support as they go about their daily tasks Assisting with complex personal cares Assisting with household management and meal preparation Supporting exercise programmes Assisting with accessing the community Bowel, Bladder, and Catheter Care Moving and handling hoists and manual transfers Medication support Support the Service Users in achieving positive goals in their lives and contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the services Maintaining the Service User's safety and well-being. About You | He Momo You are a calm and confident individual who demonstrates resilience and empathy, with a strong understanding of the challenges our service users may face. Being a support worker comes with many responsibilities—it can be both challenging and deeply rewarding. The greatest reward comes from being part of the support that enables a person to live their best life in the community. What We're Looking For: Experience supporting people with autism, intellectual disabilities, or challenging behaviours is a plus Patience, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills Ability to work under pressure and adapt to flexible schedules A genuine passion for helping others A supportive mindset to help our Service Users achieve their goals for independent living in the community Ideally prior personal care experience is preferred Familiarity with complex medical conditions, like spinal injuries, traumatic brain injury A Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification Access to your own car and ability to drive independently ( a Full New Zealand Driver's License is a must) Flexibility to work on a rotating roster Legal right to work in New Zealand is a must. Pay rate: $31.40 per hour (This is based on the Pay Equity Settlement 2017 – hourly pay rates based on equivalency of Healthcare Qualifications assessed under Pay Equity). Flexible hours Travel allowance as per In Between Travel (IBT) rules Paid competency training Free EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Services Free Flu vaccinations Refer a friend programme The Organisation |Te Whakahaerenga Healthvision is a family-owned provider of homecare, community nursing, and rehabilitation services across Aotearoa. Guided by our family values, we are passionate about supporting people who need care to live life the way they want. We work closely with individuals, their families, and whānau to understand their holistic needs and provide comprehensive, wraparound in-home health services that promote independence and wellbeing. At Healthvision, our approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, innovation, and dedication - values that shape everything we do. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr