Probation Officer - Drive Positive Change

New Zealand Government; Southland; Sur place; NZD 71 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

5 weeks annual leave

Learning and development opportunities

Health and well-being benefits (EAP, 眼

Eye care benefits

Résumé du poste

Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections is hiring a Pihana Matakana (Probation Officer) based in Queenstown. You will work with individuals and whānau to address underlying causes of offending and support long-term change.

You will prepare reports for Courts and the New Zealand Parole Board, guided by manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira and whanau values. The role includes training through Ara Tika and Pou Hapori Iho pathways, with a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective communication, with strong writing ability.
• Willingness to learn new systems and technologies.
• Ability to relate to people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Resilience, empathy and calm under pressure.
• Strong decision-making and critical thinking.

Responsabilités

• Manage community-based sentences and orders.
• Prepare detailed written reports for Courts and the NZ Parole Board.
• Contribute to public safety and positive relationships.
• Support individuals to reduce re-offending and restore mana.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Writing skills

Adaptability

Cultural awareness

Empathy

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Caseload management

Description du poste

Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections is hiring a Pihana Matakana (Probation Officer) based in Queenstown. You will work with individuals and whānau to address underlying causes of offending and support long-term change.

You will prepare reports for Courts and the New Zealand Parole Board, guided by manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira and whanau values. The role includes training through Ara Tika and Pou Hapori Iho pathways, with a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.