Support Workers – Christchurch (Ōtautahi)

Support Workers – Christchurch (Ōtautahi) Full Time and Part Time Opportunities across our Youth and Adult Services Our services are located in Christchurch, Rangiora, and Rolleston. Candidates must be willing to work in these locations. About the Company At Community Care Trust Aotearoa, we envision a world that values and celebrates diversity. We partner with both adults and youth across Te Waipounamu (the South Island) who require support to achieve their goals. Our mission is to help individuals live the life they desire and fulfill their dreams and aspirations as valuable contributors to their communities. Our services in Christchurch include emergency housing, transitional housing, and Individual Care Response within a 24/7 supported environment, as well as community supports in schools, homes, and local settings. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and all employees undergo appropriate vetting for their roles. About the Role We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to join our team as Support Workers. In this role, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support. Your responsibilities will include helping individuals develop practical life skills such as household management, meeting education and vocational needs, engaging in community activities, building positive relationships with whanau and peers, and assisting with problem-solving and coping strategies. A natural ability to relate to others and build rapport with the people we support and your fellow team members is essential. We value personal qualities that align with our core values of Respect, Reliability, Transparency, and Responsiveness. About You We are looking for candidates who are: - Compassionate and adaptable - Resilient, patient, and possess strong problem-solving skills - Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team - Enthusiastic about engaging with their local community Requirements To be considered for this position, candidates must: - Hold a current First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain one at our expense) - Have a full and current New Zealand Driver License (essential) - Be eligible to work in New Zealand or possess a valid work visa with a minimum of 12 months until expiry - Be available to work at least one weekend shift per week Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Please note that due to the fast-paced nature of our work, vacancy closing dates may be subject to change. How to Apply We would love to share more about what makes our organization unique during the interview process. If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to contact our Human Resources team at 0800 800 001 and ask for Sandy or David. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we support. We look forward to hearing from you.