Youth Support Workers, Christchurch-Ōtautahi

Community Care Trust; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Care Trust is hiring Youth Support Workers to join Christchurch – Ōtautahi, Rangiora and Rolleston services, working in residential and community settings with tamariki and rangatahi. A trauma-informed approach helps build trust, safety and ongoing support.

Roles involve daily routines, life skills, cultural connection, and teamwork. You’ll work across shifts, with supervision and ongoing professional development in a values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence is essential.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand without visa restrictions.
• Valid work or student visa with at least 12 months remaining.
• Availability to work across all shift types.

Responsibilities

• Support rangatahi with daily routines, meals, and personal care.
• Encourage independence, life skills, and confidence.
• Maintain a safe, warm, and welcoming home environment.
• Participate in regular team hui, supervision and learning.
• Support cultural connection with whānau and community.

Skills

First Aid

Driver Licence

Work eligibility

Visa status (12 months)

Shift flexibility

Job description

Youth Support Workers – across our Christchurch-Ōtautahi , Rangiora and Rolleston Services

Various opportunities available in within our Christchurch Youth Services

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Youth Support Workers who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of tamariki and rangatahi. These roles sit within our Youth Service and may be based across our Christchurch, Rangiora and/or Rolleston services, working in both residential and community-based settings.

The young people we support may have experienced significant trauma and may also be neurodiverse. As a Youth Support Worker, you will bring a trauma-informed approach, maintaining strong professional boundaries while offering consistent, compassionate support.

Key responsibilities | Ngā kawenga matua

• Supporting rangatahi with daily routines including meal preparation, medication administration, school drop-offs and pick-ups, appointments, personal care, and household tasks
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and life skills development
• Maintaining a safe, warm, and welcoming whare
• Participating in regular team hui, supervision, and learning opportunities
• Supporting rangatahi to stay connected with their culture, whānau, and local community

What you’ll bring | He aha āu kawe mai

• A calm, caring, and respectful approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• A commitment to privacy, confidentiality, and professional boundaries
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift roster, including days, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• An understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (desirable)
• Relevant Health and Wellbeing qualifications (desirable)

You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven team working together to make a real difference every day.

Our Support Workers uphold the Community Care Trust Aotearoa values of Respect (Whakaute), Reliability (Pono), Transparency (Puataata), and Responsiveness (Whakautu).

Who we are | Ko wai mātou

Working in partnership to enable great lives – Mā te mahi tahi kia pai ai te oranga

We work in partnership with adults and rangatahi across Te Waipounamu (the South Island), supporting people to live the lives they choose and to achieve their goals, dreams, and aspirations as valued members of their communities.

Our Youth Services in Christchurch – Ōtautahi include emergency housing, transitional housing, Individual Care Responses within a 24/7 supported environment, and community-based support in schools, homes, and local settings.

Our organisation has a strong commitment to safeguarding children. All employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to the role.

Essential requirements | Ngā tohunga mō tēnei tūranga

• A current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to complete one at our cost)
• A full, current New Zealand Driver Licence (essential)
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand
• A valid work or student visa with at least 12 months remaining (if applicable)
• Availability to work across all shift types

Applications close | Te katinga o tēnei tūranga

Friday 23rd October 2026 at 5.00pm

Due to the fast-paced nature of our services, the closing date may change. We encourage you to apply early.

Youth Support Worker - Position Description