1x permanent, fulltime Youth Worker position available!
Role will be based at our Horowhenua Site
We're offering a competitive salary starting from $57,760 to $65,334, depending on experience
If you think you have what it takes and are dedicated to achieving positive change for rangatahi and their whānau in the community, then we want to hear from you today!
Mō te tūnga | About the role
At our site, we are working differently with our tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau. We are taking a collaborative team approach to decision making, planning and case management.
This position will see you involved in all aspects of supporting the team to implement the non-social work components of the young person's plan. The scope for development in this role is great and you will be a valued member of the team.
Engaging with whānau and other people involved in the rangatahi's plan
Spending time with the rangatahi and relating well to young people
Working alongside Social Workers to support the mahi of bringing to life the Care Standards and positive outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi
Attending meetings with the rangatahi and other professionals from a range of different agencies e.g. Police, Education, Health and the community
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 workers presence
Helping rangatahi to learn independence skills such as shopping and budgeting
Supporting rangatahi at Family Group Conferences
Recording and other administrative tasks to support the team
Supporting rangatahi to attend visit e.g. with mental health and education services
May be required to attend visits to the home or with other whānau
These are just examples; a lot will depend on the special skills you bring to the team and how these can contribute to better outcomes for our rangatahi. You will be involved in the planning for the rangatahi and provide valuable feedback to the team from your involvement.
Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring
Key requirements of the role include:
Familiar with Te Reo Māori and Tikanga
Full and clean driver's licence
An understanding of Oranga Tamariki as an organisation
Experience working with traumatised rangatahi
Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
Mō mātou | About us
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.
Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.
Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact info_recruit@ot.govt.nz
Applications close: Wednesday 7 May 2025,
If 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. "
Desired Soft Skills
Empathy and Compassion
Relationship Building
Cultural Competency
Social Work Expertise
Communication Skills
Knowledge of Social Work Legislation and Practices
