Corrections Officer

3 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Tangram Full time

Kotahi ano te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi | There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of people.

Ko wai matou | Who we are:

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is more than just a name; it's a responsibility to help those in our care and management reach their potential while ensuring the well-being and safety of our people, whanau, and communities. We're passionate about reducing re-offending and fostering community safety.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi.

It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whanau.

Arohata Women's Prison: Arohata Women's Prison is one of three women's prisons within the network in New Zealand. At Arohata, we've been working hard to better serve the unique needs of women. Our Women's Strategy, "Wahine: E Rere Ana Ki te Pae Hou," sets the stage for a gender-specific, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach.

Do you have a passion for working with Wahine?

At Arohata Women's Prison you will join a dedicated and supportive team managing the well-being, health and safety of the women at our site.

We recognise the women we manage have different needs to men and we have set an approach that will give our women the care, treatment, encouragement, counselling, skills and support required to shape better futures for themselves, their tamariki and their whanau.

Utu a-Tau | Salary and Benefits:

  • Starting Out: Begin your journey with a starting salary of $67,519, which increases as you achieve national qualifications (Level 3 at $72,197, and Level 4 at $77,713).
  • Career Progression: Opportunities include career paths leading to Senior Corrections Officer, Principal Corrections Officer, and Tier 5 Manager positions.
  • Collective Agreement: Our collective agreement ensures fair compensation with overtime rates and shift allowances.
  • Meaningful Work: Join a dedicated team where every day you make a tangible difference in our community.
  • Community Belonging: Engage in numerous events and support networks that offer a strong sense of belonging.
  • Professional Growth: Attain NZQA qualifications at Levels 3 and 4 as an integral part of your role.
  • Uniform Provided: You'll receive a full uniform for the job.

Mo te tunga | About the role

As part of your training, you'll acquire the skills and knowledge to excel within a custodial environment. By collaborating positively with your team, you'll have the chance to influence positive change in the lives of women and their whanau. Your role involves assisting and empowering the women we serve to make better choices, take timely actions, and support their individual journeys toward offence-free lives.

He Apiha Whare Herehere - Corrections Officers will:

  • ARAHI: Supervise daily routines.
  • MANAAKI: Respond to questions and help resolve problems, supporting women in their rehabilitation and reintegration.
  • WHAKAKIPAKIPA: Motivate and inspire women to make positive changes.
  • HAPAI: Monitor and manage health, safety, and wellbeing.
  • MAHITAHI: Work closely with whanau and other key stakeholders.
  • MAHI: Be ready to work 12-hour rostered shifts across a 24/7 pattern, including weekends and public holidays.

We're looking for individuals who:

  • Can build meaningful relationships, are effective communicators and empathetic listeners.
  • Are motivated to create a positive impact in their community.
  • Are inspired by the opportunity to change someone's life.
  • Value integrity and role-model this every day.
  • Have experience within a Kaupapa Maori environment (or the openness to learn), this is desirable but not essential.

In addition to your unique skills and perspective, you should:

  • The right to work in New Zealand or hold a Visitors Visa enabling you to attend our assessment centre within New Zealand. Then also be available to complete the full recruitment process should you be successful after the assessment day.
  • A Full New Zealand Driver Licence (holders of a Full International Licence are also eligible to apply).
  • To be medically fit for employment and complete a Medical Assessment and Physical Readiness Assessment.

We offer fully paid training, starting with a one-week induction at Arohata Women's Prison, followed by 5 weeks of training at our National Training Centre in Trentham, Wellington, and then 4 weeks back at Arohata before graduating. Your learning journey will continue with professional practice and development.

Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)

The Department of Corrections Ara Poutama Aotearoa offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public safety and positive social change. We manage both community-based and prison-based corrections, aiming to support rehabilitation, improve public safety and reduce re-offending rates.

*Kotahi anō te kaupapa: ko te oranga o te iwi''There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of people.'

Here are some of the different types of work that you could get involved with as part of our team:

  • Custodial - motivate those in prison, while ensuring safety and security.
  • Health - work as a nurse, psychologist or other healthcare professional.
  • Rehabilitation - help people to make positive changes and lead a crime-free life.
  • Education, employment and trades - help people in prison to gain skills, education and work experience.
  • Community - manage community-based sentences.
  • Supporting services - volunteer, intern or join one of our corporate roles.

As a values-led organisation, we use our values of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and to deliver our strategy, Hōkai Rangi.

You can find out more about us, check out on-the-job stories from our staff, and learn about different roles on our careers website: careers.corrections.govt.nz

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