Casual Trauma‑Informed Youth Support Worker

Oranga Tamariki; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki in South Auckland seeks Casual Residential Youth Workers to mentor and support rangatahi in care. The role focuses on positive engagement, role-modelling, and resilience-building within a 24/7 operation at Korowai Manaaki.

You will work across shifts, including weekends and public holidays, to cover permanent staff and help rangatahi re-engage with school, family visits, and community activities.

Qualifications

• Experience or study in psychology, social sciences, social work or education is advantageous.
• Ability to support rangatahi with behavioural needs and trauma-informed approaches.
• Commitment to safety, wellbeing and positive engagement with rangatahi.

Responsibilities

• Provide positive engagement, role-modelling and motivation for rangatahi in care.
• Assist with school/ vocation re-engagement, appointments and family visits.
• Support daily care and help rangatahi build life skills.
• Cover shifts as a Casual Residential Youth Worker when needed.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Team player

Cultural awareness

Education

Psychology qualification

Social sciences background

Social work background

Education background

Job description

Oranga Tamariki in South Auckland seeks Casual Residential Youth Workers to mentor and support rangatahi in care. The role focuses on positive engagement, role-modelling, and resilience-building within a 24/7 operation at Korowai Manaaki.

You will work across shifts, including weekends and public holidays, to cover permanent staff and help rangatahi re-engage with school, family visits, and community activities.