Corrections Officer

1 week ago


Tamaki, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Ko wai mātou | Who we are
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and conveys the responsibility for those in our care to reach their potential and our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve.
Ask those who work in our organisation about what it's like, they will often say; the passion for making a difference is incredible, the work is highly stimulating, and you're exposed to a wide range of challenges and exciting opportunities.
A Corrections Officer is one of those opportunities. As a Corrections Officer you will join a dedicated and supportive team managing the well-being, and health and safety of the people we manage.
We currently have opportunities available at Auckland Prison, located at Pāremoremo on Auckland's North Shore and contains New Zealand's only specialist maximum-security prison unit.
Utu ā-Tau | Salary and Benefits
- Starting salary $59,519, increasing as you achieve national qualifications level 3 $64,197 and Level 4 $69,363.
- We offer a stable and long-term career with extensive career opportunities and training and development
- You will thrive working in an environment that incorporates a Te Ao Maori worldview and a Kaupapa Māori approach
- We offer a unique and purposeful role that makes a difference in our community
- Inclusive and diverse work teams where you will experience a strong sense of belonging
- You will complete NZQA qualifications Level 3 & 4 as part of your role
- Full uniform provided

Mō te tūnga | About the role
As a Corrections Officer you will be working in a challenging environment where you will be supported by a team of experienced colleagues. As part of your training you will learn how to keep yourself safe within a custodial environment. You will engage with people in a positive way and will have the opportunity to influence change in the lives of whānau.

**Corrections Officer, He Āpiha Whare Herehere will**:

- ĀRAHI - supervise people's daily routines
- MANAAKI - help people engage in their rehabilitation programme and attend appointments or tangihanga.
- WHAKAKIPAKIPA - motivate and inspire people to make positive changes
- HĀPAI - monitor and manage health, safety and behaviours.
- MAHITAHI - work closely with whānau and other key stakeholders
- MAHI - be able to work rostered 8,10, or 12 hour rostered shifts across 24/7 pattern including weekends and public holidays

Ngā Korero Mōu | About you
Our team come from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences which all come together to support the fabric of our mahi and our unique purpose: 'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' - ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.
- Have a positive mindset
- Ability to engage with whānau, iwi and hapū
- Motivated to make a positive impact in your community
- Inspired by having the opportunity to change someone's life
- Experience within a Kaupapa Māori or Pasifika environment while not essential is desirable

Along with your unique skills and perspective we also need you to have the following:

- Current and full New Zealand driver licence or Restricted Licence with the ability to sit your full licence within the next 6 months.
- Legally able to work fulltime in New Zealand (work visa must have a remaining period of minimum 12 months)

**Pre-employment checks are also required and include**: Drug test, full disclosure criminal conviction check (Clean Slate Act does not apply), medical assessment, a physical fitness assessment and reference checks.
We provide fully paid training which involves an initial 11 week in-house and online schedule. Then on-going professional practice and development support along with a clear pathway to progression.



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