Youth Support Workers | Kaimahi Tautoko Rangatahi

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.

How to apply | Te tuku tono

If this sounds like the kind of work you'd enjoy, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and tell us a little about yourself and what you could bring to our team.

Youth Support Worker Position Description

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 . We encourage you to apply early.