Support Workers – RIDSAS & Supported Living
Full time, Part Time and Casual opportunities available in a rewarding and meaningful role.
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Support Workers – RIDSAS & Supported Living
Dunedin | Ōtepoti
Full-time, Part-time and Casual Opportunities
Due to continued growth in our services, Community Care Trust Aotearoa is recruiting Support Workers to join our RIDSAS Service (Regional Intellectual Disability Supported Accommodation Service) and Supported Living Services in Dunedin.
Our services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and weekend availability is essential for these roles.
About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga
Our RIDSAS service provides specialist rehabilitation support for people with intellectual disabilities who have high and complex needs and who have had contact with the judicial system. Our Supported Living Services support people to live as independently as possible in their communities.
As a Support Worker you will build meaningful relationships and support people to develop life skills, achieve their goals, and connect with their communities. Our approach is person-centred and strengths-based, recognising that behaviour is a form of communication and responding with compassion, patience and trauma-informed practice.
We are looking for people who are calm, resilient, non-judgemental and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in supporting others to build confidence, independence and positive life outcomes.
What we offer | He aha tā mātou e tuku
Hourly rates up to $29.10 depending on qualifications
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Support to complete Health and Wellbeing qualifications while you work
A supportive and inclusive team environment
Meaningful and rewarding mahi
About us | Mō mātou
Community Care Trust Aotearoa’s vision is a world that truly values and celebrates diversity.
We partner with adults and youth across Te Waipounamu (the South Island) to support people to live the lives they choose and achieve their aspirations as valued and contributing members of their communities.
What we’re looking for | He aha ā mātou e rapu ana
A full, current New Zealand driver licence
Eligibility to work in New Zealand
A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to complete one at our cost
Willingness to undergo vetting as part of our safeguarding commitment
Availability to work weekend shifts
Experience in disability, mental health, justice, or community support is an advantage, but not essential.
How to apply | Te tuku tono
Please submit a cover letter and your current CV.
New applicants will be interviewed and hired on a rolling basis until the roles are filled, so we encourage you to apply early.
Applications close Friday 10th April 2026 at 5.00pm, however this date may change depending on recruitment progress.