Youth Community Support Worker

Join a leading provider of community vocational and residential support in Invercargill. We support people with intellectual disabilities, mental health and addiction challenges, and young people to reach their goals and build independence. There are both full time and part time opportunities

Support young people to engage in meaningful activities such as sport, fishing, swimming, walking, and other interests Help rangatahi reconnect with whanau, culture, and community Role-model emotional regulation, resilience, and positive life skills Provide hands-on support with routines, wellbeing, and goal setting Assist young people to work toward big goals gaining a driver's licence, finding housing, building natural supports, and pursuing education or employment Keep structure in the home and calmly manage behavioural challenges Encourage learning through fun, trust, and respectful relationships

Maintain clear documentation and communicate effectively with whanau, professionals, and colleagues A calm, confident approach in high-pressure situations Experience working with youth or challenging behaviours professional or personal A resilient, no-nonsense attitude paired with a genuine care for others Excellent communication and de-escalation skills The ability to build trust quickly and lead by example A full NZ driver's licence A relevant qualification e.g. NZ Cert in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 or willingness to work towards one Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand

Must have an updated CV relating to this industry or demonstrable transferable skills or qualifications