Therapeutic Caregivers for Young People

5 days ago


Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Kia Puawai Full time

At Kia Puawai, we specialise in providing therapeutic services for children and young people with complex behavioural and/or mental health needs. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our clients, and we are seeking individuals or couples to join us as foster carers.

We are currently recruiting for caregivers based in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes region to become part of our specialised foster care programme. As a caregiver with Kia Puawai, you will have the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers and practice advisors, to provide support and guidance to our clients.

Your role will involve caring for a young person aged 11-17 in your own home for approximately 12 months. You will support them to attend school, engage in hobbies and activities, maintain a relationship with their whanau, and provide opportunities to learn life skills. You will also attend regular meetings and training to enhance your caregiving skills and receive feedback.

What We Offer
  • Training and ongoing coaching in our evidence-based programme
  • Support from a multidisciplinary team, including social workers and practice advisors
  • 24/7 on-call support, including weekly visits by your Practice Leader
  • Regular respite care cover so you can have a break each month
  • An attractive weekly allowance, paid as an independent contractor
Requirements
  • A suitable living space, including a spare room for the young person to use exclusively
  • A full NZ Driver Licence and a reliable car
  • Completion of a Police and MSD vetting process
  • Cultural awareness and a genuine appreciation for how we integrate matauranga Maori and Pasifika into our services
  • A willingness to undertake training in our evidence-based programme
  • A passion to provide aroha and support positive outcomes in the young person


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