Community Work Supervisor: Mentor, Lead & Make a Difference

New Zealand Government; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 63,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections is seeking a Community Work Supervisor to guide individuals serving community service hours across diverse community settings. This casual role requires adaptability and a supportive, firm-but-fair approach to motivate participants to complete hours safely and productively.

You will work with a range of age groups and cultural backgrounds, upholding values of rangatira, manaaki, wairua, kaitiaki and whanau while contributing to safer communities.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with all cultures and communities.
• Understanding of tikanga and te reo Maori within diverse settings.
• Capable of solving problems and working collaboratively.
• Curious, innovative thinker who can motivate others.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage individuals serving community work sentences on projects at schools, reserves, Marae and churches.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure completion of community service hours.
• Maintain high integrity and model departmental values in daily work.
• Participate in training and contribute to safer communities.

Skills

Cultural engagement

Tikanga & te reo Maori

Problem-solving

Collaborative work

Communication skills

Job description

Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections is seeking a Community Work Supervisor to guide individuals serving community service hours across diverse community settings. This casual role requires adaptability and a supportive, firm-but-fair approach to motivate participants to complete hours safely and productively.

You will work with a range of age groups and cultural backgrounds, upholding values of rangatira, manaaki, wairua, kaitiaki and whanau while contributing to safer communities.