Māori Youth Empowerment Worker

2 days ago


Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki Full time

About the Position

This is a 12-month fixed-term position based in Tauranga. As a Youth Worker, you will be responsible for supporting the development of young people's plans and working closely with Social Workers to bring the Care Standards to life.

You will have the opportunity to engage with whānau and other professionals to support the mahi of achieving positive outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi.

Key Responsibilities

  • Engaging with whānau and other people involved in the rangatahi's plan
  • Working alongside Social Workers to support the mahi of bringing to life the Care Standards and positive outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi
  • Spending time with the rangatahi and relating well to young people
  • Attending meetings with the rangatahi and other professionals from a range of different agencies
  • 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

Requirements

  • Familiar with Te Reo Māori and Tikanga
  • Full, clean, and current NZ Driver's License
  • 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


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