Experienced Disability Support Worker / Lifestyle Coach / Part-time
West Auckland | Permanent | 2 Positions Available
20 hours per week & 16 hours per week
$24.45 - $29.60 per hour
Make a difference every day
Looking for a rewarding role where you can support people to live meaningful, independent lives?
Te Roopu Taurima is New Zealand's largest kaupapa Māori disability support provider. We support people with intellectual and physical disabilities to live great lives, build connections, achieve their goals, and participate fully in their communities.
We're looking for experienced Lifestyle Coaches to join our South Auckland team. In this role, you'll work alongside the people we support, helping them build confidence, develop life skills, achieve personal goals, and live the life they choose.
About the role
As a Lifestyle Coach, you'll provide practical support, encouragement and guidance in everyday life. No two days are the same.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting daily routines and household tasks
- Assisting with cooking, shopping and budgeting
- Encouraging community participation and social connections
- Supporting appointments and activities
- Helping people develop skills and achieve personal goals
- Promoting wellbeing, choice and independence
- Maintaining accurate records and communication with the wider team
What we're looking for
- At least 2 years' experience in New Zealand supporting people with disabilities or in a related community-based support role
- Experience working independently and supporting people with complex needs
- Experience in areas such as behaviour support, mental health, youth work, social services, or trauma-informed care
- A Level 3 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or equivalent qualification or experience)
- A full New Zealand driver's licence
- Strong communication skills and a person-centred approach
- Availability to work rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
Hours and availability
We have two permanent opportunities available, with guaranteed hours of either 20 hours per week.
Our services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Rostered shifts may change based on operational requirements and the needs of the people we support. Applicants must be available to work rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Why join us?
- A supportive, values-based workplace where your contribution is valued
- Competitive pay rates based on recognised Care and Support Worker qualifications
- Support to gain further NZQA qualifications
- Career development opportunities
- Free life and trauma insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Counselling, health coaching, financial and legal support
- Access to Rongoā Māori services
- Staff discounts across 50+ New Zealand brands
Apply now
If you're passionate about supporting people to live great lives and want a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, which will include two professional referee checks (including your current or most recent manager), right to work verification, a driver's licence check, criminal history checks, a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing), an ACC history check, and qualification or certification verification.
Rangatiratanga mō tātou kātoa i runga i ngā tikanga o tēnā o tēnā o tēnā
Ensuring empowerment and self-determination regardless of disability, age, gender, race, or status
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