Community Support Worker – Dunedin Ōtepoti

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

Full Time Position Available

Community Care Trust Aotearoa’s Vision is a world that truly values and celebrates diversity - Ko to mātou tūruapō ka whaknui te ao whanui i ngā kanorau.

We work in partnership with adults and youth across Te Waipounamu (The South Island) who need some support in their lives to achieve their goals. We work alongside people to ensure they live the life they want and achieve their dreams and aspirations as valued and contributing people within their community.

Are you passionate about supporting disabled people to live full, connected lives? Do you enjoy creating meaningful opportunities for people to participate in their communities, develop skills, and build social connections? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

We are seeking a motivated and creative Support Worker to join our Community Support Service. In this role, you will design and deliver engaging activities—both one-to-one and in groups—that reflect the interests, goals, and aspirations of the people we support. You will work alongside participants to reduce barriers, increase independence, and create opportunities for volunteering, clubs, sport, recreation, training, further education, skill development, and pathways to employment.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate community-based activities that promote inclusion, confidence, and personal growth.

• Work with individuals to create personalised plans based on their interests and goals.

• Support participants to strengthen social networks and actively contribute to their communities.

• Build strong relationships with local organisations, businesses, and community groups to enhance opportunities for participation.

• Ensure activities are safe, inclusive, and aligned with participants’ needs.

What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Opportunities for training and professional development.

• The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives and communities.

What you will bring | Ngā tohunga mō tēnei tūranga

• Full current NZ Driver License

• Be eligible to work in New Zealand (Minimum 12 months’ Work Visa required)

• Note we are unable to offer a job token/sponsorship for this role.

• Current First Aid Certificate (or be willing to complete at our cost)

This role involves manual handling and personal cares, so these skills would be an advantage. Our organisation has a strong commitment to safeguarding children and any employees will be vetted.

Our Support Workers uphold CCT values of Respect (Whakaute), Reliability (Pono), Transparency (Puataata) and Responsiveness (Whakautu)

This opportunity is Monday – Friday with some flexibility required around hours. We pay up to $29.10 per hour depending on your qualifications.

Please apply with a current CV and cover letter.

Closing date is 5.00pm Friday 16th January 2026 – We will review applications as they arrive so don’t delay!

Due to the Christmas and New Year holiday period, we will not be screening applications received until the week commencing Monday 5th January 2026.