Youth Worker — Inspire & Support Rangatahi

Oranga Tamariki; Hastings; Remote; NZD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Significant training & development

Flexible work options

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Hastings seeks a dedicated Youth Worker to support rangatahi in achieving positive outcomes and developing independence. You will be a champion for young people, building hope and direction outside the justice system.

You will work alongside the team to implement parts of the rangatahi plan, engage whānau, and coordinate activities and appointments to support wellbeing and progress.

Qualifications

• A qualification relevant to Youth Work.
• Great engagement skills to overcome barriers.
• Experience with conflict resolution.
• Cultural awareness around Māori and Pacifica communities.
• Ability to establish relationships with diverse people.

Responsibilities

• Engage whānau and rangatahi in the plan.
• Spend time with rangatahi and relate to young people.
• Support social workers to deliver Care Standards and outcomes.

Skills

Youth work qualifications

Engagement skills

Conflict resolution

Cultural awareness

Relationship building

MS Office

Education

Youth Work qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Hastings seeks a dedicated Youth Worker to support rangatahi in achieving positive outcomes and developing independence. You will be a champion for young people, building hope and direction outside the justice system.

You will work alongside the team to implement parts of the rangatahi plan, engage whānau, and coordinate activities and appointments to support wellbeing and progress.