Youth Programmes Facilitator - Impact & Adventure

Blue Light Ventures Inc; Papakura; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Light is a national youth development organisation seeking a passionate Youth Programmes youth worker to support positive change and safer communities in Papakura, Auckland. You will work directly with young people and whānau, developing and delivering youth programmes.

Role reports to the Programmes Team Lead and involves collaboration with police and community providers, with opportunities to participate in residential camps up to six weeks per year.

Qualifications

• A clean NZ driver licence.
• Ability to attend residential camps up to 6 weeks per year.
• Ability to work independently, manage time and stay organised.
• Experience in writing and delivering youth programmes.
• Excellent administration skills.
• Adventure based qualification or teaching qualification preferred.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa.

Responsibilities

• Working with young people using a pro‑social approach to reduce re‑offending.
• Working closely and collaboratively with New Zealand Police.
• Engaging meaningfully with family.
• Collaborating with community providers and stakeholders.
• Writing and delivering youth development programmes independently and as part of a wider team.

Skills

Community engagement

Independence

Time management

Administrative skills

Programme delivery

Job description

Blue Light is a national youth development organisation seeking a passionate Youth Programmes youth worker to support positive change and safer communities in Papakura, Auckland. You will work directly with young people and whānau, developing and delivering youth programmes.

Role reports to the Programmes Team Lead and involves collaboration with police and community providers, with opportunities to participate in residential camps up to six weeks per year.