Youth Worker

2 weeks ago


Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki Full time
  • 1x 12-month fixed term Youth Worker position available
  • Role will be based within our Youth Justice team at our Tauranga 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 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 rangatahi's plan
  • Spending time with the 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 rangatahi and other professionals from a range of different agencies e.g. Police, Education, Health and the community
  • Making and coordinating appointments for rangatahi
  • Involving in activity-based and recreational programmes with our rangatahi
  • Taking young people to appointments that do not require a social worker's presence
  • Helping rangatahi to learn independence skills such as shopping and budgeting
  • Recording and other administrative tasks to support the team
  • Supporting rangatahi to attend visits 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 rangatahi. You will be involved in the planning for the 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, clean and current NZ Drivers 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
  • While this is predominantly a business hours role, you may be required to work after-hours or weekends

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 to 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

Oranga Tamariki offers an impartial remuneration package ranging from $57,760 to $65,334 depending on experience and offers progression annually for experience through tenure.

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about the role, please contact info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Hurry as applications for this role close on 23rd March 2025

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

Reference # 34186

Posted on 06 Mar 2025

Closes on 23 Mar 2025 23:55

Location(s): Tauranga

Expertise: Analysts, Care Services, Management, Services for children and families, Youth Justice, Youth work

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