Overnight Youth Care & Safety Specialist

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Penal allowances 30% for awake/overnig

Remuneration package

Training and professional development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking Residential Night Attendants to care for tamariki and rangatahi in Lower Hutt. The role involves overnight supervision and creating a safe environment, with shifts from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am.

You will support youths to make positive choices, demonstrate empathy, and work as part of a dedicated team. A penal rate applies to overnight rosters, with a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Full, clean, valid driver’s licence required.
• Meet safety checking and vetting requirements.
• NZ citizenship or residency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to young people in our care.
• Encourage and motivate youths to make positive choices.
• Maintain a safe and secure overnight environment.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Resilience

Empathy

Team player

Communication

Risk management

Tikanga Māori awareness

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking Residential Night Attendants to care for tamariki and rangatahi in Lower Hutt. The role involves overnight supervision and creating a safe environment, with shifts from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am.

You will support youths to make positive choices, demonstrate empathy, and work as part of a dedicated team. A penal rate applies to overnight rosters, with a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for development.