Community Support Worker - Wellington

 

Community Support Worker

Permanent Full-time role - Lower Hutt location

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity available in the Wellington region for a full-time Community Support Worker. This role is focused on housing and connecting individuals/families with the community, support services, and Housing Providers.

As a Support Worker, you will be responsible for assisting our clients by:

  • Referring whanau to the appropriate source of assistance.

  • Providing information, referrals, linkages, and advocacy to assist whanau in accessing services and resources.

  • Identify appropriate permanent housing options for Whanau and other opportunities.

To be successful in this role you need the following: 

  • Communicate effectively

  • Work well under pressure

  • Are planned and organised with a high attention to detail

  • Will build and maintain effective relationships with a broad range of people

  • Have knowledge/awareness of different cultures and community

  • Have a Full NZ Drivers License

About Tuatahi

Tā tātou moemoea – Our Vision

Empowering whanau, aiga and communities.

Tā tātou whāinga - Our Mission

All whānau, aiga and communities are supported to live safe, secure, self-reliant, and fulfilled lives.

Our Focus Areas

To achieve our vision, our focus areas enable us to target our efforts and concentrate on what’s important

  • Te Pou Kāinga Haumaru – Safe, secure, warm homes

  • Te Pou Tautoko – Services and support

  • Te Pou Tūhononga mai - Connection and participation

  • Te Pou Waka Hourua – Working together

  • Te Pou Kakano – Capability and succession

What’s next?

To apply for this role please send your CV and covering letter to admin@tuatahicentre.com

Contact us for more information about this role.
You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand

Role will remain open for applications until filled.

Jamaica Vailima