Community Support Worker - Intellectual Disability
30/03/2026
13/04/2026
$26.80 - $31.47
Permanent - Full Time
Dunedin
Community Services and Development
About Pact
At Pact, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, connected life.
We are a leading provider of community, vocational, and residential support across New Zealand. Every day we walk alongside people with intellectual disabilities, mental health and addiction challenges, and young people, helping them build independence, confidence and a sense of belonging. Our team is passionate about empowering people to thrive in safe, positive, and inclusive environments where they can achieve their goals and celebrate their strengths.
Job Description
About the Role
We’re looking for Full-Time support workers who are ready to make a genuine impact. In this role, you'll support people as they explore their community, discover new interests, strengthen life skills, and work toward personal goals. Make a real difference in someone’s life every day — no two days are the same. Join a supportive team, earn while you learn, and build a meaningful career in mental health and disability support.
In this role, you will:
Support people in the community as they set and achieve personal goals
Encourage participation in daily routines, hobbies and social activities
Provide practical assistance with well-being, independence, and skill-building
Model positive behaviours that foster confidence, resilience, and hope
Maintain clear, accurate documentation to support progress
And most importantly, help people feel valued, included and able to have fun!
This role requires flexibility to work a mix of day, evening and weekend shifts.
Desired Skills and Experience
What you’ll bring
Our Dunedin team is looking for someone with:
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A calm, positive approach, even when things get challenging
A genuine passion for helping others grow and succeed
A full driver’s licence and basic computer skills
A relevant qualification (e.g. Level 4 Mental Health) — or willingness to work toward one once you’re on board
The right to work in New Zealand (essential)
What will Pact offer you?
At Pact, you’ll join a supportive, down-to-earth team who care deeply about both our staff and the people we support. We offer:
In house training so you feel confident and prepared
$26.80 - $31.47 per, hour based on qualification
Long Service benefits to celebrate your milestones
Encouragement and support to achieve the NZQA Level 4 Qualification
Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
The joy of watching people grow, achieve and thrive
Ready to build a meaningful career where every day counts? Visit our website About Us – Pact Group to learn more about the incredible work we do, or submit your CV today and help empower people in our community to live life to the fullest.
Please note: You must already have the right to work in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
