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Community Support Worker - Mental Health - job post

The Pact Group
3.2 out of 5 stars
Dunedin, Otago
Permanent, Full-time
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Job details

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Location

Dunedin, Otago

Full job description

Posted: 22/05/2026

Closing Date: 19/06/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Dunedin

Job Category: 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. We support people with intellectual disabilities, mental health and addiction challenges, and young people, to reach their goals and build independence. Our passionate team walks alongside individuals, empowering them to thrive in a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.

Job Description

About the Role

If you’re someone who enjoys a challenge and has experience (professional or lived) supporting people with complex needs, we’d love to hear from you. This role is supporting clients with traumatic brain injuries.

In this role, you will:
Support people with mental health challenges as they set and achieve personal goals

Encourage participation in daily life and community activities

Provide practical assistance with routines, well-being, and skill-building

Model positive behaviours and foster confidence, resilience, and hope

Keep clear, accurate documentation to support progress

And most importantly, ensure the people you work with have fun and feel valued!

Desired Skills and Experience

What you’ll bring

Our Dunedin mental health team is looking for someone with:
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

A positive attitude and calm approach in challenging situations

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

Must have the right to work in New Zealand

What will Pact offer you?

At Pact, you’ll be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team that cares equally about our staff as we do the people we support. We offer you:

As part of our commitment to your professional development, you’ll be supported to enrol in a recognised qualification after six months with us

Celebrate your milestones with Long Service benefits

Encouragement and support to achieve the NZQA Level 4 Qualification

Free Employee Assistance if you require additional, confidential support

Watch people grow and blossom whilst celebrating every achievement

Visit our website About Us - Pact Group to find out more about the fantastic work Pact does and/or submit your CV today and join us in empowering people in our community to live life to the fullest.

Please do not apply unless you have the right to work in New Zealand, as we are unable to help with visa sponsorship.
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