Family Home Relievers - New Plymouth

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking Casual Family Home Relievers in New Plymouth. This role involves providing day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people in a nurturing environment. Flexible shifts are available, making it suitable for those seeking occasional or more frequent work. Join a supportive team committed to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

Benefits

Supportive team

Flexible work options

Extensive training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving, community work, or working with youth.
• Understanding of cross-cultural practices, including tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures.
• Calm and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day care of children and young people.
• Providing emotional support to vulnerable children.
• Coordinating transport to and from appointments and activities.

Skills

Passion and resilience

Positive attitude

Behaviour management

Conflict resolution skills

Excellent listening skills

Observational skills

Education

Current, full, clean New Zealand driver’s license

Job description

x2 Casual Family Home Reliever vacancies available!!

Based in New Plymouth

Offering an hourly rate of $26.00 p/hr

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are interested in hearing from people who have a caring nature and are family-oriented for our Family Home Reliever roles.

Our Family Home Relievers provide routine for tamariki and rangatahi and maintain a safe, caring, responsible, and supportive family environment on a 24/7 basis.

The mahi is rewarding and varied. Responsibilities include:

1. Day-to-day care of children and young people
2. Providing emotional support to vulnerable children
3. Coordinating transport to and from appointments and activities
4. Working in an Oranga Tamariki family home, including meal preparation, helping with homework, and maintaining a nurturing environment

This is a casual opportunity; shifts will be scheduled as needed to cover absences and leave for caregivers. You can choose shifts that suit your work/life balance and preferences, contributing positively to the lives of tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau in our community.

The role may suit someone seeking occasional work or more frequent hours, depending on availability.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

We offer a supportive team, flexible work options, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We provide extensive training and professional development to help you thrive and grow.

We value diversity and are committed to inclusivity and respect. Join us to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

For all benefits of working with Oranga Tamariki, please visit our website.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

We are looking for candidates with:

• Passion and resilience to support children and young people with varied needs
• A positive attitude and role model qualities
• Experience in caregiving, community work, or working with youth
• Understanding of cross-cultural practices, including tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures
• Behaviour management and conflict resolution skills
• A calm and professional manner
• Excellent listening, oral, written, and observational skills
• A current, full, clean New Zealand driver’s license
• Professional references from current and previous employers

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is committed to prioritizing tamariki and rangatahi. Our vision is to make New Zealand the best place in the world to be a child, partnering with hapū, iwi, and Māori organizations to find suitable solutions for tamariki in need.

Our values include putting tamariki first, aroha, respecting mana, tika, pono, whakapapa, and recognizing oranga as a journey.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. Existing Oranga Tamariki employees should log in with their credentials.

If you have questions, please contact us.

Hurry, as applications close on Monday, 2nd June 2025. We will review CVs and invite preferred candidates for interviews.

Please familiarize yourself with our code of conduct, which expects staff to be free from influences of drugs and alcohol at work.