Family/Whānau Visit Supervisor - Calm, Flexible, Driver

Open Home Foundation; Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

The Open Home Foundation (OHF) is a Christian Community Response dedicated to giving every child and young person the opportunity to grow up in a secure, loving family. The Family/Whanau Visit Supervisor role focuses on safe, respectful visits to support rebuilding family relationships for children and young people.

Successful applicants will have experience with children and families, strong communication, and a calm, empathetic approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children/young people and families.
• Experience managing challenging situations.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience.
• Full driver license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support families during visits by ensuring visits happen in a safe, respectful and responsible manner.
• Facilitate child/young person time with parents or close family as part of journey to rebuilding relationships.
• Be flexible with hours and days, including after-hours and Saturdays as needed.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Experience working with families

Managing challenging situations

Excellent verbal communication

Flexible hours

Microsoft Office Suite

Full driver license

First Aid certificate

Education

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Open Home Foundation (OHF) is a Christian Community Response dedicated to giving every child and young person the opportunity to grow up in a secure, loving family. The Family/Whanau Visit Supervisor role focuses on safe, respectful visits to support rebuilding family relationships for children and young people.

Successful applicants will have experience with children and families, strong communication, and a calm, empathetic approach.