Casual Tamariki & Rangatahi Resource Worker

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

Gore

On-site

NZD 30,000 - 42,000

Part time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking a Casual Tamariki & Rangatahi Resource Worker based at our Balclutha/Gore sites. Hours are not guaranteed and work is on an as-required basis. In this role you will transport tamariki and rangatahi, mind them when away from their whānau, and support social workers.

Weekend work and overnight stays may be required. You will bring patience, empathy, discretion, and a clean full driver's licence, with respect for Tikanga Māori and Pacific Island

Qualifications

Experience with tamariki and rangatahi who may have complex needs.
Respect for Tikanga Māori and Pacific Island cultures.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to work varying hours, including weekends.
Clean full driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

Transport tamariki and rangatahi to school, appointments, activities, and respite.
Minding tamariki and rangatahi when they are not with their whānau.
Overnight stays and travel may be required.
Support, mentor and walk alongside our tamariki and rangatahi.
Assist Social Workers if needed.
Supervising visits and writing observational reports for social workers.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Complex needs

Discretion

Communication

Report writing

Role model

Driver's license

Tikanga Māori

Cultural awareness

Job description

Weekend work and overnight stays may be required. You will bring patience, empathy, discretion, and a clean full driver's licence, with respect for Tikanga Māori and Pacific Island

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