Youth Support Workers – Dunedin/Ōtepoti

Community Care Trust; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Trauma-informed practice

Culturally responsive practice

Job summary

Community Care Trust in Dunedin / Ōtepoti is seeking passionate Youth Support Workers to join our Youth Team. You will work with rangatahi who may have experienced trauma, providing safe, supportive and culturally responsive environments.

You will help rangatahi build confidence and life skills, with a focus on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Te Ao Māori and Pacific worldviews. A driver license and First Aid are required to work in Aotearoa NZ.

Qualifications

• Experience with rangatahi, whānau, Māori, Pacific or diverse communities
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice
• Knowledge of Te Ao Māori, tikanga Māori and Pacific worldviews
• Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with young people
• Strong communication, patience and resilience
• Experience supporting young people with complex needs or behaviours
• Ability to work well in a team and maintain documentation

Responsibilities

• Work alongside rangatahi who may have experienced trauma or adversity
• Support development of life skills and goal achievement
• Maintain a safe, structured, nurturing environment
• Uphold Community Care Trust values of Respect, Reliability, Transparency and Responsiveness
• Rostered shifts including weekends

Job description

Youth Support Worker – Dunedin/Ōtepoti

Full Time & Part Time positions available.

Empowering Rangatahi. Strengthening Whānau. Creating Great Lives.

Community Care Trust is seeking passionate and committed Youth Support Workers to join our Youth Team in Ōtepoti. We strongly encourage applications from Māori and Pasifika candidates and value cultural knowledge, lived experience, community connections, and an understanding of Te Ao Māori and Pacific worldviews.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people by helping create safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environments where rangatahi can thrive.

You will be part of a supportive, values-driven team working together to create stability, connection, and positive outcomes for rangatahi.

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

As a Youth Support Worker, you will work alongside rangatahi who may have experienced trauma, adversity, or complex life circumstances. Through positive relationships, consistency, and encouragement, you will support them to build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve their goals.

You will help maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment while supporting the wellbeing and development of young people. 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

• Have experience working with rangatahi, whānau, Māori, Pacific, or diverse communities
• Bring an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice
• Have knowledge and application experience of Te Ao Māori, tikanga Māori, Pacific worldviews, and culturally grounded approaches to supporting rangatahi
• Can build positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with young people
• Have strong communication, patience, and resilience
• Understand strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches
• Have experience supporting young people with complex needs or behaviours (desirable)
• Work well within a team and can maintain clear documentation and communication

Lived experience, cultural knowledge, community involvement, and understanding of Te Reo Māori or Pasifika languages are highly valued.

Essential requirements

• Full New Zealand Driver License
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one at our cost)
• Eligibility to work in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Minimum 12 months’ Work/Student Visa before your visa expiry
• Availability to work rostered shifts, including weekends

AEWV Job Token Requirements

• Full New Zealand Driver License
• Level 4 or above Health & Wellbeing certificate or assessed equivalent qualifications
• Or 3 years (full time) New Zealand bases Support Worker experience

What we offer | He aha tā mātou e tuku

• Meaningful and rewarding mahi that positively impacts young people's lives
• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Ongoing professional development and training, including trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career
• Hourly rate up to $30.06 (depending on qualifications)

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

Applications close Friday 18th September 2026 at 5pm (may close earlier if filled).

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