Residential Youth Workers

2 days ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Oranga Tamariki—Ministry For Children Full time

Residential Youth Workers - Kaahui Whetuu Care and Protection ResidenceWe have Residential Youth Worker positions available at our Kaahui Whetuu C&P Residence based in South Auckland.
This is a real opportunity to act as a role model and support young people with learning fundamental life skills.
We are lucky to have experienced staff for you to learn fromBased at Kaahui Whetuu in South Auckland, our Residential Youth Workers have an important role to play.
They provide care and support to the young people in our care and encourage and motivate them to make positive choices.
This is a real opportunity to positively influence young people, help them grow and successfully transition back into the community.
Our young people require wrap-around support from us which is why our Residential Youth Workers do rostered shifts as the facility provides 24-hours, 7-days per week coverage (including weekends and public holidays).Mo te tunga | About the role:Typical duties of the role could include:Coaching rangatahi through our structured day and through all life necessities.Participating in activities with our young people by playing sports.Helping them with their studies.Teaching them life skills such as cooking, art, music, and cultural programmes.Mentoring rangatahi to make positive life choices.Building rapport with rangatahi who have experienced trauma.Assisting with redirecting behaviour.Nga pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring:A full, clean, valid driver's licence - ability to drive a manual vehicle is highly desirable.Meet the Children's Act safety checking and our vetting requirements New Zealand citizenship or residency.Resilience, initiative and a proactive approach with a positive outlook.Empathy, patience and ability to see past what someone may be struggling with.A tertiary education within psychology, social sciences, social work, sports, music, arts or teaching would be an advantage, however is not required.Flexibility to work different shifts - mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.Experience working with Rangatahi and Tamariki is beneficial.Sound judgement with the ability to manage risk and make tough decisions.Life experience and understanding of what rangatahi may be going through.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience.Understanding and confidence in tikanga Maori and te reo Maori would be a definite advantage.Nou te rourou | What's in it for you:Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure.
Annual remuneration for this position starts between $62,366 and $76,000 dependant on experience, inclusive of penal rates.
We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.
We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.
We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.
This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply:Apply online with your CV and Cover Letter.
If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you register or login using your work email address.
For reporting and transparency, it is important that all applications are submitted through our careers site, please do not email through applications and/or CVs.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact us.Applications Close: 7th March 2025If 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.
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