Community Support Worker

Community Support Workers – Join Our Lifewise Team

About Us | Mō mātou
Lifewise is a not for profit organisation supporting older people and those with disabilities to live well in their own homes. Guided by values of compassion, courage, respect, and integrity, we work alongside people and their whānau to help them live their best lives.

The Role | Mō te tūranga
We are looking for caring and reliable Community Support Workers to join our Health & Disability team in the Te Whatu Ora Auckland area. You’ll support clients in their own homes with daily living tasks, personal care, and companionship helping them stay safe and independent.

What you’ll do | Ngā mahi

• Visit clients in their homes and carry out support tasks (personal care, housework, shopping, etc.)


• Build positive relationships with clients and their families


• Maintain safety and use equipment correctly (PPE, hoists, etc.)


• Communicate effectively with the team, reporting feedback, risks, or concerns


• Take part in ongoing training and development

What we’re looking for | Pūkenga me wheako

• Compassion, reliability, and honesty with pride in your work


• Good communication skills (spoken and written English)


• Ability to work independently


• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable vehicle


• Legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ Citizen & Permanent Only)


• Availability for weekday and weekend shifts (see below)

Experience or qualifications in Health & Wellbeing are a bonus, but not essential – full training provided.

Work Hours Available | Ngā hāora mahi

• Permanent Part-Time Roles: Flexible shifts available between 7am – 8.30pm, with extra opportunities in the popular evening shifts (4pm – 8.30pm).


• Reliever Roles: Core availability needed Monday to Friday, 7am – 2pm, with the option to add evening shifts if you’d like more hours.


• Weekend Work: Additional shifts available between 7am – 8.30pm.


• Spilt shift option: Hours will be 7am - 1pm and then 4pm to 8pm.

What we offer | Ngā painga

• Pay rate from $23.65–$29.10 per hour (depending on experience/qualifications)


• Mileage allowance


• Supportive, values-based work environment


• Ongoing training and career development

If you are trustworthy, caring, and want to make a real difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply
Please apply with your CV and cover letter. We are recruiting for 12 positions (8 permanent part-time, 4 relievers).