Youth Support Workers – Dunedin/Ōtepoti at Community Care Trust Aotearoa

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

29.1

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Support, Autism Support, Trauma-Informed Practice, Positive Behaviour Support, Cooking, Meal Planning, Community Connection, Emotional Wellbeing Support, Daily Living Skills, Patience, Resilience, Communication Skills, Driver Licence, First Aid

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Youth Support Workers – Dunedin/Ōtepoti Full Time & Part Time Opportunities Make a genuine difference in a young person’s life We’re looking for caring, capable Support Workers to primarily walk alongside a young man with significant mental health needs and autism within our Dunedin Youth Services. This is a hands-on, relational role where your calm presence and practical skills will truly matter. You’ll provide active support to help him build independence, strengthen daily routines, and connect positively with his community. Mealtimes are an important part of his culture and identity, so confidence in cooking, meal planning, and supporting healthy eating habits is essential. Creating positive, structured, and culturally affirming mealtimes will be a key part of this role. About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga You will provide structured, active support (not just supervision), support emotional wellbeing using trauma-informed practice, encourage independence in daily living skills, and help build meaningful community connections. You’ll work as part of a supportive, values-driven team. Experience in positive behaviour support and working with complex behaviours is highly valued. Our Support Workers uphold CCT values of Respect (Whakaute), Reliability (Pono), Transparency (Puataata), and Responsiveness (Whakautu). What you will bring | Ngā pūkenga mō tēnei tūranga Experience supporting people with complex mental health needs Understanding of strengths-based, trauma-informed practice Experience in positive behaviour support Confidence with cooking and supporting healthy mealtimes Patience, resilience, and strong communication skills You must also hold a Full NZ Driver Licence, have (or be willing to obtain) a First Aid Certificate, be eligible to work in Aotearoa New Zealand, and be available for at least one weekend shift per week. What we offer | He aha tā mātou e tuku Meaningful and rewarding mahi, a supportive and inclusive team, hourly rate up to $29.10 (depending on qualifications), and ongoing training and development. Working in partnership to enable great lives – Mā te mahi tahi kia pai ai te oranga. For a confidential kōrero, contact Sandy or David on 0800 800 001. Applications close Wednesday 1st April 2026 (may close earlier if filled).

Responsibilities

The role involves providing structured, active support to a young man with complex needs, focusing on building independence, strengthening daily routines, and fostering positive community connections. A key responsibility is creating positive, structured, and culturally affirming mealtimes through confidence in cooking and healthy eating support.