Community Based Support Workers Dunedin- Ōtepoti

Christian Care Trust; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts with major retailers

Free EAP support

Full training and ongoing development

Job summary

Christian Care Trust in Dunedin is seeking Community Based Support Workers to assist people in their homes and communities, with daytime hours and permanent set shifts. Opportunities exist for both full-time and part-time roles, offering friendly teamwork and ongoing development.

You will support clients with daily activities, help them achieve goals, and contribute to meaningful social connections within the community.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; we’re seeking warm, reliable people who communicate well and enjoy helping others.
• Full NZ Driver Licence is required.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to complete one.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand.
• At least 12 months remaining on your work visa.
• Availability to work regular set shifts, including one weekend day.

Responsibilities

• Support people in their homes and communities to live the life they choose.
• Assist with everyday goals, build confidence and independence, and help people get out and about.
• Foster meaningful community connections and promote inclusion.
• Be part of a supportive team with access to backup when needed.

Skills

Warm personality

Reliable

Good communication

Job description

Community Based Support Workers Dunedin- Ōtepoti

Christian Care Trust – Dunedin, South Island

Community Based Support Workers – Dunedin | Ōtepoti

Meaningful work, a great team and predominantly daytime hours.

We’re looking for friendly, reliable people to join our Independent Living team in Dunedin, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

This is all about working alongside people to live the life they choose.

You’ll support people in their homes and communities, helping with everyday goals, building confidence and independence, getting out and about, and making meaningful community connections.

You’ll be part of a fun, supportive team of around 30 Community Based Support Workers. You’ll have plenty of independence in your day, while knowing there’s always a team behind you when you need them.

Up to $30.06 per hour, depending on qualifications

Predominantly daytime hours with permanent set shifts

The same two consecutive days off each week

Full training and ongoing development

Staff discounts with major retailers

Free EAP support

A friendly team that enjoys working together

You don’t need years of experience. We’re looking for people who are warm, reliable, good communicators and genuinely enjoy working alongside others.

You’ll need:

• A full current New Zealand Driver Licence
• A First Aid Certificate, or willingness to complete one
• The legal right to work in New Zealand
• At least 12 months remaining if you hold a work visa
• Availability to work your regular set shifts, including one weekend day

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

Community Care Trust Aotearoa supports adults and young people across Te Waipounamu to achieve their goals, build independence and live great lives in their communities.

Community Care Trust Aotearoa is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to their role.

Applications close Monday 28 September 2026 at 5.00pm.