Youth Worker | 20 hours

Zeal Youth Trust Aotearoa; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeal Youth Trust Aotearoa – Hamilton, located in the Waikato region, seeks a proactive Youth Worker to engage rangatahi, build meaningful relationships and connect young people with Zeal Hamilton’s programmes and opportunities.

You will support and facilitate youth-led activities, foster a safe and empowering environment, and work with schools and community partners to meet funding requirements while contributing to a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience working with rangatahi or youth groups.
• Ability to engage young people and foster safe, inclusive environments.
• Strong boundary setting and professional ethics in youth work.

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage with rangatahi and build positive relationships.
• Connect youth with Zeal Hamilton programmes and community opportunities.
• Develop and facilitate youth activities and events as directed by the Manager.
• Support youth-led initiatives and empower young people to contribute to their community.
• Collaborate with schools, partners and the Zeal team to meet funding requirements.
• Complete administration, reporting and attendance records as required.

Skills

Relationship building

Mentoring & coaching

Proactive mindset

Creative thinking

Full NZ driver licence

Circle of Courage

Te Whare Tapa Whā

Youth Worker Code of Ethics

Job description

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Zeal Youth Trust Aotearoa – Hamilton, North Island

Zeal is a New Zealand youth organisation full of passionate people who believe all young people in Aotearoa deserve to live a full life of meaning and purpose. Our heart is to see rangatahi connected to their identity and self-worth, deeply connected to healthy communities of belonging and purpose. We create transformative spaces and experiences where young people feel seen, valued, safe, empowered and supported to thrive.

Job Purpose

The Youth Worker will proactively engage with rangatahi, building positive and effective relationships and connecting young people to Zeal Hamilton’s programmes, services and opportunities. The role will support and facilitate youth-led activities, events and programmes, encourage meaningful participation, and contribute to creating a safe, welcoming and empowering environment for young people.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively engage with young people and build positive and effective relationships in line with strengths-based youth development practice.

Connect rangatahi with Zeal Hamilton programmes, services and wider community opportunities.

Develop, organise and facilitate youth activities and events as directed by the Manager.

Support youth-led initiatives and encourage young people to take an active role in shaping their community.

Build strong relationships with schools, community organisations, partners and other youth-focused services.

Work collaboratively with Zeal Hamilton staff and contribute to the wider strategic direction of Zeal.

Support programme delivery and meet relevant contractual and funding requirements.

Complete required administration, reporting, attendance records and file management.

Follow all health and safety procedures and promptly report hazards, risks or concerns to the Manager.

Contribute to a positive team culture and shared learning across Zeal Hamilton and the wider Zeal network.

Assist the Manager with other reasonable duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills & Experience

You know your stuff.

You have working knowledge of The Circle of Courage and Te Whare Tapa Whā.

Has an understanding and commitment to theYouth Worker Code of Ethicsand professional boundaries when working with young people.

You have a demonstrated ability to build relationships with young people.

You have a demonstrated ability to mentor and coach.

You have a proactive, self-motivated mindset and approach.

You think outside the box to produce fresh ideas and concepts.

Holds afull New Zealand driver licence

Young people and creativity are deeply important to you, and you've got the experience and knowledge to back it up.

Our Vision

All young people in Aotearoa living full lives of meaning and purpose.

Our Mission

To make transformative spaces and experiences accessible to ALL young people in Aotearoa.

Our Impact

All rangatahi in Aotearoa feel seen, valued, safe, empowered and have an equitable shot to thrive.

Our Core Values

Aroha- We lead with love and genuine care.

Whanaungatanga- We build meaningful relationships and a strong sense of belonging.

Manaakitanga- We create spaces where people feel welcomed, respected and valued.

Rangatiratanga- We empower young people to lead, make decisions and have ownership.

Ngākau Māhaki- We remain humble, teachable and committed to serving others.

Functional Relationships

Internal: Zeal Hamilton Manager, Zeal Hamilton staff, programme staff and the wider Zeal team. External: Rangatahi, whānau, schools, community organisations, programme partners and other community stakeholders.

Additional Information

This position description provides a guide to the overall responsibilities of the role. A more comprehensive list of tasks, objectives and performance expectations will be set by the reporting Manager and reviewed as part of the performance review process.

This position description forms part of the employment agreement and should be read in conjunction with the Zeal Education Trust Policy & Procedure Manual.