Youth Worker, Youth Justice

1 week ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Permanent, fulltime position

  • Kirikiriroa
  • Waikato
  • Competitive salary depending on experience


We are looking for a positive role model to provide support, aroha and maintain a safe environment for our young people to achieve better outcomes.

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

In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

  • We put Tamariki first
  • We believe Aroha is vital
  • We respect the Mana of people
  • We are Tika and Pono
  • We value Whakapapa
  • We recognise that Oranga is a journey
We are committed to ensuring that 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.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Youth Worker, you will work directly with our young people to develop and deliver activities and programmes that give them opportunities to create and work towards positive goals.

You'll be a champion for them, helping them recognise and realise their own potential, and give them hope to turn their lives around.


If you genuinely care about providing young people with direction and hope, and giving them something to aspire to, you'll get immense satisfaction from this role.

Putting young people first, recognising their potential, and helping them break the cycle benefits not just them, but all Kiwis.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring
You will need to be a realistic and resilient person to succeed in this role.

These are young people who have experienced significant and serious challenges, and you will need to treat them with empathy, tolerance, consistency and understanding to build a positive relationship.


  • Great engagement skills to overcome barriers
  • Experience with conflict resolution
  • Cultural awareness particularly around Māori and Pacifica communities
  • Ability to establish relationships with people from all walks of life
  • Good computer skills, particularly with MS Office Software, report writing is part of this role
  • A current, and full driver's license and ability to work some weekend hours
  • Experience in social services or working with atrisk youth is ideal, however applicants with transferrable life skills are encouraged to apply
Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Youth Justice Waikato includes a dedicated team of champions who enjoy working in a healthy, safe and positive culture where individuals are valued and included.

If looking forward to coming to work every day is important to you, and you have strong moral values including a genuine concern for young people, do not hesitate to apply.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Applications close: 23rd February 2023

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