Youth Support Workers – Dunedin/Ōtepoti

Full Time & Part Time Opportunities

Make a genuine difference in a young person’s life

We’re looking for caring, capable Support Workers to primarily walk alongside a young man with significant mental health needs and autism within our Dunedin Youth Services.

This is a hands-on, relational role where your calm presence and practical skills will truly matter. You’ll provide active support to help him build independence, strengthen daily routines, and connect positively with his community.

Mealtimes are an important part of his culture and identity, so confidence in cooking, meal planning, and supporting healthy eating habits is essential. Creating positive, structured, and culturally affirming mealtimes will be a key part of this role.

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

You will provide structured, active support (not just supervision), support emotional wellbeing using trauma-informed practice, encourage independence in daily living skills, and help build meaningful community connections. You’ll work as part of a supportive, values-driven team.

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

• Experience supporting people with complex mental health needs

• Understanding of strengths-based, trauma-informed practice

• Experience in positive behaviour support

• Confidence with cooking and supporting healthy mealtimes

• Patience, resilience, and strong communication skills

You must also hold a Full NZ Driver Licence, have (or be willing to obtain) a First Aid Certificate, be eligible to work in Aotearoa New Zealand, and be available for at least one weekend shift per week.

What we offer | He aha tā mātou e tuku

Meaningful and rewarding mahi, a supportive and inclusive team, hourly rate up to $29.10 (depending on qualifications), and ongoing training and development.

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

For a confidential kōrero, contact Sandy or David on 0800 800 001.

Applications close Wednesday 1st April 2026 (may close earlier if filled).