Youth Support Workers | Kaimahi Tautoko Rangatahi

Community Care Trust; Nelson; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Care Trust Aotearoa in Nelson (Whakatū) is seeking compassionate Youth Support Workers to help young people with high and complex needs lead fuller lives. You will build meaningful relationships, promote independence, and support daily activities with dignity and respect.

This hands-on role requires comfort with personal care in a high and complex needs environment and weekend shifts. A NZ driver’s licence and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with high and complex needs, including personal care.
• Ability to respond to changing needs in a supportive environment.
• Commitment to building trusting relationships with young people.
• Willingness to obtain First Aid certification if not held.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily activities, promoting independence and connection.
• Build meaningful relationships and encourage confidence and autonomy.
• Provide personal care with dignity in a high complex needs setting.
• Be available to work at least one weekend shift.

Skills

Calm, caring demeanor

Experience with high and complex needs

Reliability

Communication skills

Enabling Good Lives principles

Driver's licence

First Aid

NZ work rights / visa validity

Job description

Youth Support Workers | Kaimahi Tautoko Rangatahi

Nelson | Whakatū

Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

Make a real difference in the lives of young people while being part of a caring, supportive team.

At Community Care Trust Aotearoa, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a great life, feel valued and be part of their community.

We're looking for compassionate, reliable and adaptable Youth Support Workers to join our Nelson | Whakatū team, supporting young people with high and complex needs.

If you're someone who brings patience, positivity and a genuine desire to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga

You'll be supporting young people with their everyday lives, building meaningful relationships and encouraging independence, confidence and connection.

This is a hands-on role where you'll provide personal care with dignity and respect, respond to changing needs and help create a safe, positive and supportive environment.

You'll need to be comfortable providing personal care in a high and complex needs environment and available to work at least one weekend shift.

What we're looking for | Ngā pūkenga me ngā tohu

We're looking for people who bring:

• A calm, caring and positive approach, even when things get challenging.
• Experience supporting people with high and complex needs, including personal care.
• Reliability, flexibility and the ability to think on your feet.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to building trusting relationships.
• An understanding of Enabling Good Lives principles, or a willingness to learn.
• A full, current New Zealand driver's licence.
• A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one at our cost.
• The legal right to work in New Zealand, with at least 12 months remaining on your visa if applicable.

Please note: We are unable to offer AEWV sponsorship for these positions.

Who we are | Ko wai mātou

Community Care Trust Aotearoa is a not-for-profit organisation working alongside disabled people, tamariki and rangatahi across Te Waipounamu.

Our vision is a world that truly values and celebrates diversity. We believe great support starts with genuine relationships, respect and working together to help people live the lives they choose.

You'll be joining a team that values kindness, teamwork and making a meaningful difference every day.

Safeguarding and vetting | Te haumaru me te arowhai

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

Pre-employment vetting is a requirement of employment and will include relevant background checks appropriate to the position.

Applications close | Te rā kati

Monday 16 November 2026 at 5.00pm

We will be reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as they come in, and an appointment may be made before the closing date.