Youth Worker - Ōtepoti Site

Oranga Tamariki; Otago; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is hiring at our Ōtepoti site to support tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau. You will work with a collaborative team to implement non-social work components of the young person's plan and help coordinate appointments and activities within a supportive environment.

Key requirements include familiarity with Te Reo Māori and Tikanga, a full clean driver’s license, and experience with tamariki and whānau.

Qualifications

• Familiar with Te Reo Māori and Tikanga
• Full and clean driver's licence
• Understanding of Oranga Tamariki as an organisation
• Knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture
• Evidence of working with tamariki and whanau
• Youth Work qualification preferred but not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Engage with whānau and others involved in the tamariki and rangatahi's plan
• Support the team in implementing non-social work components of the plan
• Attend meetings with tamariki, rangatahi and professionals from agencies
• Coordinate appointments and participate in activity-based programmes
• Help tamariki learn independence skills such as budgeting and shopping
• Record and perform administrative tasks to support the team
• Assist in attending visits to the home or with whānau

Skills

Te Reo Māori

Tikanga

Driver's Licence

Cross-cultural awareness

Working with tamariki and whanau

Youth Work qualification

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

• Role will be based at our Ōtepoti Site
• We're offering a competitive salary starting from $57,760 to $65,334, depending on experience

If you think you have what it takes and are dedicated to achieving positive change for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau in the community, then we want to hear from you today!

Mō te tūnga | About the role

At our site, we are working differently with our tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau. We are taking a collaborative team approach to decision making, planning and case management.
This position will see you involved in all aspects of supporting the team to implement the non-social work components of the young person's plan. The scope for development in this role is great and you will be a valued member of the team.

• Engaging with whānau and other people involved in the tamariki and rangatahi's plan
• Spending time with the tamariki, rangatahi and relating well to young people
• Working alongside Social Workers to support the mahi of bringing to life the Care Standards and positive outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi
• Attending meetings with the tamariki ,rangatahi and other professionals from a range of different agencies e.g. Police, Education, Health and the community
• Making and coordinating appointments for tamariki and rangatahi
• Involving in activity based and recreational programmes with our tamariki and rangatahi
• Taking young people to appointments that do not require a social workers presence
• Helping tamariki and rangatahi to learn independence skills such as shopping and budgeting
• Recording and other administrative tasks to support the team
• Supporting tamariki and rangatahi to attend visit e.g. with mental health and education services
• May be required to attend visits to the home or with other whānau
  These are just examples; a lot will depend on the special skills you bring to the team and how these can contribute to better outcomes for our tamariki and rangatahi. You will be involved in the planning for the tamariki , rangatahi and provide valuable feedback to the team from your involvement.

Key requirements of the role include:

• Familiar with Te Reo Māori and Tikanga
• Full and clean driver's licence
• An understanding of Oranga Tamariki as an organisation
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
• Evidence of working with tamariki and whanau
• Ideally a Youth Work or relevant qualification preferred but not mandatory

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

In return we provide a fascinating, rewarding and committed team environment where we offer a competitive salary and generous benefits - https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/ and a genuine commitment to wellbeing

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $57,760 to $65,334 dependant on experience. We offer the opportunity to work in a diverse, supportive and committed team alongside a range of professional development opportunities.