Casual Residential Youth Worker - Te Au rere

New Zealand Government; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks training

8% holiday pay

Professional development

Inclusive team

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children in Palmerston North is seeking Casual Residential Youth Workers to support rangatahi (young people) within a 24/7 Youth Justice residence. You will help build confidence, provide guidance, and assist with health, education, training and employment goals while maintaining a safe environment and positive community connections.

Role involves shift coverage across mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or community work is beneficial.
• Ability to build positive relationships with rangatahi and others.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for rangatahi and staff.
• Support rangatahi's growth and rehabilitation focusing on health, education, training and employment.
• Engage rangatahi to strengthen whānau/community ties and assist referrals to services.

Skills

Relationship building

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Customer service

Education

Studies in psychology / social sciences / social work

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career working with rangatahi (young people)? We are looking for empathetic, resilient and honest people interested in applying their skills and experience to supporting the wellbeing of rangatahi in the youth justice system.We currently have opportunities for Casual Youth Workers at Te au rere a te Tonga Youth Justice Residence in Palmerston North!Mō mātou | About usTe au rere a te Tonga (TARRAT) is one of five Youth Justice residences across Aotearoa New Zealand run by Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children. Located in in Palmerston North, TARRAT provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where rangatahi (young people) who have offended can make changes and get their lives back on track. We provide 24/7 support and care for up to rangatahi aged 13 to 18 years old who are involved in the Youth Justice system and we understand that the causes of offending are complex, and that successfully dealing with young offenders demands action beyond simple punitive measures.Mō te tūnga | About the roleResidential Youth Workers provide rangatahi with the confidence and skills to become positive contributors to their whānau and communities. Guiding behavioural change is a massive task and means our kaimahi have many responsibilities, including:Ensuring that a safe and secure environment is maintained for the benefit of the rangatahi, staff and the communitySupporting young offenders in their personal growth and rehabilitation with a focus on health, education, training and employment including participation in activitiesWorking with rangatahi to help them build and strengthen relationships with their whānau and communities and encouraging them to act on referrals to servicesA Youth Justice residence is a 24/7 operation, and requires staffing at all times.Casual Residential Youth Workers cover the shifts of our Residential Youth Workers on an on call basis. They can be asked to work any day of the week from Monday to Sunday, including public holidays.Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bringWe value our kaimahi and the wide range of skills and experiences they have. We want to hear from you if you have:The ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of people whether it be through your experience in customer service, coaching, engaging in your community or experience working with rangatahi in positive and proactive waysStudied psychology, social sciences, social work, sports, arts or teaching and you want to bring those learnings to life in meaningful way by applying your skills to rangatahi in need of your help every day (beneficial but not required). Life learnings are equally important and we value the life experience of our staff bring to this practical and challenging role.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with others and contribute to a supportive and inclusive team.Knowledge of Tikanga and Te Reo which is an advantage - Oranga Tamariki is committed to developing our kaimahi to develop this important capability.Willingness and ability to cover shifts that across mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidaysAn appropriate level of physical fitness that will allow you to safely support and interact with rangatahiIn this role you need to have the right to work in New Zealand, either as a NZ citizen or permanent resident, or by holding a valid work visa. You also need to have a full, clean New Zealand driver's license as you will be required to drive as part of your job. You will also need to be able to meet the safety checking and police vetting requirements required under the Children's Act.Nōu te rourou | What's in it for youWe are committed to ensuring that our kaimahi have the best possible preparation and support to prepare them to work in our unique environment - this includes a paid three week training period to start off in the role for ALL youth workers.Casual Residential Youth Workers are offered $26.00 per hour + 8% holiday pay on hours worked.We offer a vibrant and supportive team and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply using your Oranga Tamariki email address on our online Careers portal. If you have any questions about role, please contact [e-mail] will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!