Rangatahi Transition Support Specialist

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi Iwi Trust; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Tuapapa Kaimahi at Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi Iwi Trust leads rangatahi through transitions from care to independence, up to age 21 and entitlements up to 25. You will collaborate with Oranga Tamariki, caregivers and a wide network to build trust and genuine connections.

You will work in a kaupapa-driven team, supporting youth development, budgeting, transport access, and navigating services while upholding te reo Māori, kaupapa Māori and whānau-centred approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support three stages of transition for rangatahi: from in-care to independence up to age 21, and up to 25 for entitlement awareness.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with young people and whānau, with clear boundaries.
• Assist with assessment and transition planning, centering the young person's voice and goals.
• Provide practical support for everyday life (budgeting, transport, accessing services).
• Help rangatahi strengthen connections with whānau, hapū, iwi and supportive adults.
• Collaborate with Oranga Tamariki, caregivers and other professionals involved in the youth's life.

Job description

Te Tuapapa Kaimahi at Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi Iwi Trust leads rangatahi through transitions from care to independence, up to age 21 and entitlements up to 25. You will collaborate with Oranga Tamariki, caregivers and a wide network to build trust and genuine connections.

You will work in a kaupapa-driven team, supporting youth development, budgeting, transport access, and navigating services while upholding te reo Māori, kaupapa Māori and whānau-centred approaches.