Community Support Worker - VHN - Central Auckland

Part time, 32 hours per week

$23.97 - $29.68 per hour

Auckland location

Very High Needs(VHN) is a community based service focused on community inclusion, personal development and socially valued roles. Each person is in control of their lives and have flexible support that are tailored to their needs and goals. Our staff support people live an everyday life in everyday places and provide 1:1 support to access mainstream activities in their local communities such as going to concerts and watching rugby games. This role is largely comprised of casual hours and we have opportunities available Auckland-wide.

In partnership with families, our VHN staff will help people towards achieving their goals. This can include supporting them with:

• Accessing mainstream services in the community e.g. joining local clubs and teams, attending community/cultural events
• Independent living and social skills, e.g. handling money, learning to catch public transport, looking for volunteer roles, and making friends
• Educational goals, e.g. looking for suitable courses in the local community, assisting to enrol classes

If you're interested in helping people to achieve their goals, increase their independence and engage with their communities, then we want to hear from you today!

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A Full Driver's Licence
• Experience supporting people with disabilities and/or challenging behaviours
• Strong communication and commitment to building long lasting, reliable relationships with the people you support and their families
• Sufficient fitness for an active role that may involve sports and recreational activities
• The ability to use technology effectively to communicate with the team, and to help the people we support connect with their communities and interests

The Spectrum Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage and support applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and neurodivergent individuals.

Apply Now if you have a passion for working with people and want to make a difference!

Job Details

Reference # 43283 Posted on 20 Oct 2026 Closes on 30 Nov 2026 23:59 Location(s) Central Auckland Expertise Community Support Worker Work type(s) Part-time Hours per week Availability All shifts, Day shifts, Afternoon shifts, Evening shifts, Overnight shifts, Saturday and Sunday shifts More details (document) Community Support Worker Home Support.docx CSW Practical Responsibilities List

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