Job Title: One-to-One Disability Support Worker - Evaro Community Participation Service

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated individual to provide one-to-one disability support to a female client with Very High Needs while they attend a weekday community participation service. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting our client with daily living tasks, as well as facilitating their participation in community activities. This is a fulltime position.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the 1:1 support requirements of an individual with very high support needs to ensure their full participation in the planned programmes at Evaro.

To get to know the person and learn their method of communication. 

Facilitating the client's participation in community activities.

Providing emotional support and companionship to the client.

To provide regular feedback to the person's family/caregivers, and co-workers at Evaro.

Assisting the client with intimate personal care, such as toileting, dressing, and grooming.

Documenting client progress and assisting in reporting requirements using Webcare. 

Requirements:

A Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or Certificate in Special Needs, Level 4 or above is preferred. 

Prior experience in providing disability support for someone with epilepsy.

Experience in working with people whose behaviour can be challenging is preferred.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect client privacy.

Enthusiastic and motivated with strategies for coping with stress and an awareness of when to seek advice.

Due to nature of this position female applicants are preferred as specified by the family of the person we support.  This is a genuine occupational requirement as permitted under the Health and Disability Code of Rights and as provided for under Section 27 of the Human Rights Act 1993. 

Right to work in NZ is essential.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this position is defined by the Support Workers (Pay Equity) Settlements Act 2017 and its amendments and will be commensurate with experience and/or level of qualification. 

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, please submit your resume and cover letter via SEEK.  Please contact [email protected] for further information or a copy of the job description. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Applications close: 11 November 2026.

Evaro / Wellington After-Care Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.