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Child and Youth Advocate

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Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children Full time

As a Residential Youth Worker, you will be working directly with tamariki and rangatahi to support their growth and development. This role requires strong coaching skills to guide rangataki through structured programs.

About the Position

This role involves participating in activities with our young people, such as sports, gym activities, and life skills training like cooking, art, and music. You will also need to have empathy, patience, and the ability to see past challenges.

  • This role requires strong coaching skills to guide rangataki through structured programs.
  • You will participate in various activities with our young people, such as sports, gym activities, and life skills training like cooking, art, and music.

To succeed in this role, you must have a tertiary education within psychology, social sciences, social work, sports, music, arts, or teaching. You should also have experience working with rangataki and tamariki.

What's in it for you?

We offer a remuneration package starting between approximately $64,766 and $78,400 (depending on your experience) including allowances for working shifts. We also provide a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.