Permanent, part-time role at our youth service in Hillcrest, Hamilton Extra annual leave + ongoing training + a great work environment Respectful & supportive team + work life balance If you want the opportunity to work with an awesomebunch of people, join our team and be part of an energizing, positive,youth-focused crew.
Real | Mō mātou
Our spirit is 'loving life' - and that's what we do - we work with our taiohito realise this aspiration.
We provide health and wellbeing services workingwith local community supports to help taiohi aged 18 to 25 develop life skillsand build strong connections, including their school, employer, whānau, andfriends.
The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
Extra week of annual leave after 12 months of employment Increased employer Kiwi Saver contributions 2x paid wellbeing days per year Perk & Perk Plus discount app Health Now Payment Card EAP support services Ongoing training and support in your role and career Study and gain experience at one of New Zealand’s largest mental health providers Discount at Specsavers for you and your whānau (family) members Discounted premiums with Southern Cross The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
This role is permanent, part-time working from Saturday to Sunday, 11am-7:30pm
The role of the youth worker involves supportingtaiohi with mild and moderate mental health and addiction concerns and socialstressors. Other areas of this role include:
Supporting taiohi alongside their whānau and peers, to build resilience and increase wellbeing Work with schools and community agencies to build awareness of mental health concerns, contributions, and early signs of illness Provide a positive youth development model of care which will employ brief interventions such as: talking therapies (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) Reliable, Honest and willing to learn Youth coaching and mentoring Kaupapa Māori cultural interventions including a focus on positive cultural identity, kapa haka, waiata, whakapapa and Whānau Ora You | Mōu
Hold a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or be studying towards a recognised equivalent. Experience in working with young people and an understanding of trauma-informed care. Both de-escalation skills and relationship building skills. A current full New Zealand driver’s licence. A current New Zealand first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one. Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Māori and Pasifika are strongly encouraged toapply for this role. We also encourage people with lived experience toapply. Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 15 February 2024. Please note, this jobmay close sooner if a suitable candidate is found
