Programme Facilitator - Tongariro Prison

New Zealand Government; Waikato; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Outdoor lifestyle

Community living

Job summary

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is seeking a Programme Facilitator for Tongariro Prison, Turangi, NZ. You will deliver therapeutic programmes and support participants to build crime-free futures in a community-focused role.

Join a values-led organisation that emphasises rangatira, manaaki, wairua, kaitiaki and whanau as part of its Hokai Rangi strategy. The role includes occasional travel and living in a natural North Island setting.

Qualifications

• Effective listening and communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with participants and stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn Kaupapa Maori practices and apply them.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinically designed programmes, independently or with a co-facilitator.
• Help participants understand factors contributing to offending and build skills to change.
• Connect with people, build trust and motivate positive steps forward.

Skills

Active listening

Communication skills

Relationship building

Cultural knowledge

Kaupapa Maori

Job description

Make a positive difference at work, while enjoying more of life outside it.We're in the business of facilitating positive change. If you're looking for meaningful work that makes a difference, while building a lifestyle with space for family, community and the outdoors, this could be the opportunity for you.Why Turangi ?Full-time, permanent position based in TurangiBuild your career while enjoying a work-life balanceLive within a stunning natural playground, with outdoor adventures close to homeEnjoy fishing, hiking, mountain biking, skiing and other recreational activitiesBecome part of a community with a strong cultural heritage and community spiritEnjoy the benefits of living outside a major city, including more time for the things that matter to youOccasional travel provides variety, while Tongariro Prison remains your primary place of workMo te tunga | About the roleAs a Programme Facilitator, you'll have the opportunity to do purposeful work supporting people to create positive and lasting change in their lives.Working with people in our care at Tongariro Prison, and occasionally in other locations, you'll help participants better understand the factors contributing to their offending and support them to develop the skills and strategies needed to build crime-free futures.You'll deliver a range of clinically designed therapeutic programmes, either independently or alongside a co-facilitator.It's your ability to connect with people that mattersOur facilitators come from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, educational pathways and life experiences.We are seeking people who:Are effective listeners and communicators and who can build strong positive relationships with participants and other stakeholdersHave knowledge of, or are willing to learn about Maori culture, protocols and peoples and apply Kaupapa Maori practice in your workHave life experience that means you can work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and ethnic groupsAre comfortable having their practice viewed and are receptive of regular feedback on their practiceHave good verbal and written communication skillsWhat brings the team together is their ability to connect with people, build trust, motivate change and work alongside others as they take positive steps forward.Meaningful work. A great place to live.You'll be joining a team where the work is challenging and meaningful, but where having a fulfilling life outside of work matters too.Turangi offers the opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable lifestyle.Finish work knowing you've contributed to something worthwhile, then make the most of everything the central North Island has to offer.Positive change shouldn't only be something we facilitate for others. It should be reflected in the way we work and live too.Utu a-tau | SalaryThe salary band for this role is $70,825-$89,406. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.Mo matou | About usAra Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes of our Hokai Rangi strategy.Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, New Zealand Resident Permit holder, Australian citizen or an Australian resident who holds a current Australian Resident Return Visa. Applicants must also hold a full NZ driver licence.To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect your ability to undertake this role and demonstrate our organisation values.Applications close 11 October 2026. Interviews are likely to occur on the 21st and 22nd of October.If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email [e-mail]