Day Service Support Worker

About the organisation

Presbyterian Support Northern is a community services organisation with around 900 staff, supporting people across Taupo to Whangarei through health and social services. Its well-known service areas include Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline, and Shine. The organisation is guided by a purpose of helping people live better lives, and it works according to the values of Hope, Trust and Integrity, Compassion, Partnership, and Tangata Whenua.

The opportunity

The Enliven Day Service team supports older adults and people living with disabilities by providing community-based programmes in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment. The focus is on meaningful activities that encourage independence and active participation in the community.

In this role, you will support clients who attend the Day Service by helping plan, prepare, and deliver group activities, encouraging participation in ways that suit individual needs, and handling day-to-day administration so the programme runs smoothly. The role may also involve transporting clients to and from the programme, as well as assisting with meal preparation and distribution.

What you will be doing

• Support the care and wellbeing of clients attending the local Day Service.
• Prepare and run engaging group activities that are suitable for older adults.
• Encourage client involvement in a way that meets different abilities and needs.
• Carry out administrative and coordination tasks that keep the day service operating efficiently.
• Drive clients to and from the programme when required.
• Assist with preparing and serving meals.

About you

The ideal applicant will be an experienced support worker who has organised and facilitated group activities for older people. Experience working with older adults, including people living with dementia or disabilities, is important. You will also need strong communication skills, clear spoken English, a friendly and caring approach, and a positive can-do attitude. The role suits someone who can manage several tasks at once and adapt calmly when plans change.

Working with us

The organisation is committed to an inclusive workplace where people feel respected and valued. It is recognised as a dementia-friendly organisation, a DVFREE Tick Accredited employer, a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion, and a member of the Pride Pledge.

Team members have access to ongoing award-winning training and e-learning, work-use equipment such as a Samsung tablet/device, external counselling and support through the Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing resources for staff and family, discounted products and services through the BOOST programme, and future growth pathways including Support Worker Mentor opportunities.

Additional information

Some training benefits may depend on the applicant’s work permit or visa type. The organisation also invites candidates to visit its careers page to learn more about working there and explore other opportunities.

Closing note

The team is looking for someone who wants to contribute to meaningful change and help improve lives in the community.