Evening Youth Worker — Trauma-Informed Support

Pathways Health Ltd; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave (pro rata after 1

2 wellbeing days annually

Increased Employer KiwiSaver

$250 health and wellbeing card

Support for school holiday programme

Inspiring team and purpose

Job summary

Pathways Health Ltd in Hamilton is seeking a Youth Worker to join our team on permanent, 34-hour evenings (Fri–Mon, 3:00pm–11:30pm) to support taiohi aged 12–24 in a residential respite setting.

You will work with an amazing team, focusing on mental health with trauma-informed care, cooking, life-skills coaching, and helping taiohi attend appointments while keeping the whare safe and calm.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 4 NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent, or be studying towards one.
• Experience working with young people and an understanding of trauma informed care.
• Demonstrated de-escalation skills and genuine relationship building ability.
• Hold a current full New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Hold a current New Zealand first aid certificate, or be prepared to obtain one.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.
• Be passionate about the mahi, focused under pressure, and take initiative on shift.

Responsibilities

• Support young people aged 12 to 18 in a residential respite setting with a trauma-informed care focus.
• Cook during meal times and keep the whare tidy and calm while helping taiohi build life skills.
• Assist taiohi with homework, budgeting, cooking, and planning for the week ahead.
• Support taiohi to attend and prepare for appointments, and advocate when needed.
• Respond calmly to unexpected situations, prioritising taiohi safety and wellbeing.
• Bring initiative and work well both independently and in a team on shift.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation

Relationship building

Initiative

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 4 NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or equivalent

Job description

Pathways Health Ltd in Hamilton is seeking a Youth Worker to join our team on permanent, 34-hour evenings (Fri–Mon, 3:00pm–11:30pm) to support taiohi aged 12–24 in a residential respite setting.

You will work with an amazing team, focusing on mental health with trauma-informed care, cooking, life-skills coaching, and helping taiohi attend appointments while keeping the whare safe and calm.