Empathy Worker Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Listed seven days ago

x2 Community Support Worker

This is a Full time job

$55,000 – $64,000 per year

Meaningful Impact: Your role contributes to positive change in the community.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance
Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Kaupapa Māori - our essence. Community focused mental health and additictions - our focus. Real people with real life experiences - our difference.

Responsive hirer

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Community Support Worker-School Holiday Programme

at Spectrum Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Starting rate between $23.97 - $29.68 per hour

Purpose-led role with real impact in your local community
Variety in your day where no two shifts are the same
Do you know what it is to be a support worker? Would you like to know more?

Empower children with disabilities to maximise their potential!

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Support Worker

at Wise Group

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Waikato(Remote)

$25.05 - $32.95 p.h. + other wellbeing benefits

Hamilton, Waikato | Permanent, Full-Time | 32 hours per week
Extra week leave | Two paid wellbeing days | Other wellbeing benefits
Community-based mental health support where no two days look the same

Work alongside tāngata whai ora and whānau in their own homes and communities, supporting recovery, independence and meaningful change.

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Peer Support Worker

at WALSHtrust

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

Permanent full time role
Based in Henderson, West Auckland
Wellbeing leave and other benefits

Your lived experience could change someone’s life. Full-time permanent role for a peer support lived experience practitioner.

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Support Worker - Tauranga/Bay of Plenty

at ConneXu

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Join a team doing meaningful work in our community
Professional Development Opportunities
Be supported and recognised

Create Good Lives. Grow Your Career. Make a Difference Every Day.

3d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Front of House- The Peoples Project

at Wise Group

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Permanent full-time position based in Hamilton CBD
Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
Extra annual leave + paid wellbeing days + $250 Extraordinary Card

Play a pivotal role in helping tangata whai ora, whānau, and community partners connect with the right support at the right time.

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Caregiver

at Ryman Healthcare

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

At Ryman, every day is a chance to be a hero in the story of our residents lives
Strong support for career development that promotes growth and resilience
Access 60+ Ryman discounts in childcare, insurance, banking, retail and more

Make a meaningful impact on our residents' lives by offering compassionate support and care whilst working among a supportive and diverse team!

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Social Worker

at Mahitahi Trust

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland

Meaningful Impact: Your role contributes to positive change in the community.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance
Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Kaupapa Māori - our essence. Community focused mental health and additictions - our focus. Real people with real life experiences - our difference.

Responsive hirer

3d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Family Start Whanau Support Worker

at Waahi Whaanui Trust

This is a Full time job

Huntly, Waikato

$30 – $45 per hour

Make a real difference supporting whānau. Meaningful work, professional development & genuine team support in Huntly.

Responsive hirer

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Support Worker

at Hōhepa Wellington

This is a Full time job

Paraparaumu, Wellington

Support, empower and inspire people with intellectual disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives.

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Specialist Facilitator / Advocate

at Inner City Women's Group

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland(Hybrid)

Facilitate our specialist programmes, provide advocacy and support and make a meaningful difference every day.

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Community Advocate - Family Violence Practitioner

at Te Herenga Tangata Charitable Trust

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Advocate for wahine in our community- connect them to services and support their journey.

Responsive hirer

8d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Helpline Support Worker

at RWR Health

This is a Full time job

Epsom, Auckland(Hybrid)

Provide clinical support and mentoring on a national 24/7 youth Helpline
Structured 4x4 roster
A well known telehealth service for Rangatahi!

Provide critical support to rangatahi via Youthline's Helpline.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Peer Support Worker

at Ember

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$25.63 - $30.70 per hour

Allocated work phone and laptop, and access to pool vehicles for work purposes
Additional leave: 5 days study leave, 2 days recreation leave
$250 per year on Extraordinary card for health related spending

Bring your lived experience of mental health and/or AOD challenges to a full-time peer role. Use your insight to help people in recovery.

13d ago

Listed eight days ago

Casual Mental Health Peer Support Worker

at Health Action Trust

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Casual Mental Health Peer Support Worker required at Kotuku Respite House. Includes overnight shifts.

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Support Worker - Waiheke

at Royal District Nursing Service New Zealand

This is a Part time job

Waiheke Island, Auckland

Permanent Part-time Employment
Professional On-going development
Supportive and friendly team environment

Are you passionate about helping people live independently

14d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Peer Support Worker - Peer Services (Formerly Mind & Body)

at Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Rate $26.18- $31.75 per hour + Kiwisaver

Monday – Friday, fixed term full-time hours (40 hours per week)
Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
Make a meaningful difference using your lived experience to support others

Make a real difference every day using your personal Lived Experience in our vibrant central Auckland team. Apply now!

16d ago

Listed seven days ago

Weekend Community Support Worker

at HealthCare NZ

This is a Part time job

Mount Roskill, Auckland

$23.97 - $29.68

Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
Career development opportunities
EAP Support + Training Opportunities in a Supportive and Experienced team

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Whānau Support Worker

at Cambridge Community House Trust

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$60,000 – $70,000 per year

Make a lasting difference. Support, empower and advocate for whānau through life's challenges while building stronger, safer communities.

Responsive hirer

1d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Community Facilitator (Support Worker)

at ConneXu

This is a Full time job

Te Awamutu, Waikato

Join a team doing meaningful work in our community
Professional Development Opportunities
Be supported and recognised

Casual, Permanent Full-Time and Permanent Relief Opportunities Create Good Lives. Grow Your Career. Make a Difference Every Day.

22d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Youth Worker - Relocate to Australia

at RWR Health

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Great earning potential while making a difference
Flights + start up accommodation provided
Permanent, full-time youth work in Australia

Take your youth work career to Australia! Make a difference while being rewarded and valued. Your next adventure starts here.

16d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Support Worker

at GET BRAIN FIT

This is a Part time job

Freemans Bay, Auckland

$25 – $30 per hour

Support Worker for 26-year-old with autism, 6–10 hours per week in Freemans Bay.

Responsive hirer

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Support Worker

at Frontline Health Wellington & Lower North Island

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$29.90 - $31.88hr

Assist clients with disabilities to gain independence, achieve their rehabilitation goals and participate within the community.

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Community Support Worker - Tauranga (Casual)

at Royal District Nursing Service New Zealand

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Weekend Shift Available
Location: Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Potential to convert to permanent employment

Are you experienced Support Worker looking for flexible hours and meaningful work?

15d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Youth Worker/Lived Experience Worker

at PGF Group

This is a Full time job

Kingsland, Auckland(Hybrid)

$60,000 – $74,000 per year

Organisation culture
Work life balance
Career development

We are looking for a Youth Worker to be a vital part of our Touchgrass service, walking alongside rangatahi to achieve their goals.

16d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Support Worker - Casual Role

at Enrich+ Trust

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Exciting opportunity to work alongside individuals with disabilities to develop their skills and abilities

22d ago

Listed three days ago

Care Support Worker

at Glow Kids Trust

This is a Full time job

Sandringham, Auckland

$28 – $35 per hour

Provide independent respite care and developmental support for young children with complex needs across varied settings.

Responsive hirer

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Homecare Support Worker

at Care Upfront

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Havelock North, Hawkes Bay

Supportive team and values-driven culture
Paid Travel
Dedicated consultants and afterhours team

seeking reliable Support Workers to join a dedicated team supporting a man in his 50s living with a spinal cord injury in Havelock North, Hawke's Bay.

Responsive hirer

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago