Probation Officer

3 months ago

Tamaki, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

“Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.
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 Probation Officer is one of those opportunities.
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We won't try and fool you into thinking working as a Probation Officer does not have its challenges, it's an extremely busy, time pressured and administration heavy role, however working as a Probation Officer for Ara Poutama Aotearoa, means working with people in our care and their whānau to address criminogenic behaviours and reduce reoffending. You will use our values of manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira, and whānau, and will manage community-based sentences and orders, whilst also preparing reports for the Courts and New Zealand Parole Board.
You will contribute to public safety, viewing this through the lens of manaaki, positive relationships, and the uplifting of wellbeing of people in our care. By focusing on the wellbeing of the person who has come into our care and management, you will help reduce the chances of them returning to the justice system. You will treat those in our care and management with respect, upholding their mana and dignity.
You could be based at any of our sites within the Manukau Region. We will endeavour to place you as close to home as possible, but we ask for flexibility based on operational needs
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.
If you have the following skills and attributes, you could make a great Probation Officer:

- The ability to relate to people from a range of cultures and backgrounds
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills
- Able to work in a team and motivate others
- The ability to remain positive and resilient in difficult situations
- Critical thinker who can quickly assess information before them
- Previous experience with large caseloads an advantage
- Empathy

Pre-employment checks are required and include drug test, full disclosure criminal conviction check (Clean Slate Act does not apply), and reference checks.
You will also need Full New Zealand Driver's License and the legal right to work in Aotearoa.
Utu ā-Tau | Salary and Benefits
- Starting salary $64,359 - $67,648 (reviewed after six months then annually)

We offer a professional and progressive environment, continuous learning and development opportunities, access to Regional Staff Welfare Coordinators, Cultural support, Maori & Pasifika Networks along with EAP, insurance and banking packages, selected retail store discounts, and free yearly health checks.
Ko wai mātou | About us
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.
To apply, please submit a tailored CV along with a cover letter outlining how your values align with our kaupapa. It is important to our success, so we ask that you provide specific examples that reflect and demonstrate our organisation's values.

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