Residential Youth Support Coach (Trauma-Informed)

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Dunedin seeks a Permanent Residential Youth Worker for Puketai Care and Protection Residence. You will provide care and guidance to tamariki and rangatahi aged 8-17 in a 24-hour, structured setting focused on rehabilitation and education.

You will deliver education, therapeutic activities, and life-skills programmes, participate in physical activities, and mentor youth to build resilience and confidence within a safe, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• This role requires experience working with rangatahi or similar youth.
• Demonstrates resilience, empathy, and sound judgement.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, guidance and encouragement to rangatahi.
• Coach and support rangatahi through a structured daily routine.
• Deliver programmes including education, therapeutic interventions, and life skills.
• Participate in sports and gym activities with young people.
• Support learning, study and practical life skills like cooking or art.
• Mentor rangatahi to build confidence and positive decision-making.

Skills

Rangatahi support

Resilience & empathy

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Roster flexibility

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Dunedin seeks a Permanent Residential Youth Worker for Puketai Care and Protection Residence. You will provide care and guidance to tamariki and rangatahi aged 8-17 in a 24-hour, structured setting focused on rehabilitation and education.

You will deliver education, therapeutic activities, and life-skills programmes, participate in physical activities, and mentor youth to build resilience and confidence within a safe, supportive environment.