- 3 permanent full- time positions available, all based in Hamilton.
- Work with an amazing team with an inspirational purpose
- Extra annual leave + wellbeing days + other great benefits
Work alongside taiohi and supporting them to build life skills, resilience, and strong connections with their whānau, friends and communities.
Real | Mō mātou
Our spirit is ‘loving life’, and that's what we do – we work with our taiohi to realise this aspiration.
We provide health and wellbeing services working with local community agencies to help taiohi aged 12-25 develop life skills and build strong connections, including their school, employer, whānau, and friends.
The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team driven by an inspiring purpose.
Other benefits include:
- 5 weeks of annual leave after 12 months of employment + 2 wellbeing days annually
- Increased employer KiwiSaver contributions
- School holiday programme assistance
- HealthNow payment card- $250 per year to support health and wellbeing for you and your whānau
- A wide range of discounts through our employee discounts app, Southern Cross, Specsavers and more.
The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
The youth worker role involves supporting taiohi with mental health and addiction concerns to meet their day-to-day needs. Working in a residential setting, you will assist taiohi in developing life skills, building resilience, and providing practical problem-solving support.
You will use your skills, creativity, and expertise to collaborate with team members and external agencies, ensuring the best outcomes for taiohi and their whānau.
All three positions are full time, permanent, and based in Hamilton.
You | Mōu
You will:
- Hold a Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or be studying towards a recognised equivalent.
- Have experience in working with young people and an understanding of trauma-informed care.
- Have both de-escalation skills and relationship building skills.
- Hold a current full New Zealand driver’s
- Hold a current New Zealand first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one.
- Have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 07 April 2025. Please note, this job may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.
Position description:
https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pathways-Youth-Worker-Sep-2024.pdf
Contact | Whakapā: Hoki Henry, Team Coach via email hoki.henry@real.org.nz
For further information, visit www.real.org.nz
Real is supported by Pathways Health Limited, part of the Wise Group. Pathways are committed to healthy lifestyles and actively support a smoke-free environment.
Note: The Criminal History Check is exempt from The Clean Slate Act. In other words, the Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position. Please declare any offences (even outside 7 years) in your application.
All new appointees into Pathways require background checking. Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.
