Residential Youth Worker

Job Description

The Company

Our client continues a long-standing dedication to ensuring blind, or deafblind/low vision, learners are provided the skills and resources needed to reach their full potential. There is an intentional and palpable importance surrounding a variety of cultures that are displayed throughout their facilities, teachings, and interactions with families.

The Role

You will provide care and support to young people in residential/educational programs through pastoral care and the teaching of independent living skills. You will be responsible for the weekend team and the planning of activities to compliment the teaching and learning taking place throughout the week.

• Working with young people affected by different types of vision concerns to teach independent living skills
• Creating engaging activities for the weekends to carry on from what was learned in the week and offer unique opportunities for new experiences
• Building trusting relationships with the young people and guiding them through new challenges
• Managing staff while also working within the team
• Responsible for the day-to-day function of the hostel during the weekend hours

The Ideal candidate

• Have an understanding of the importance of strong relationships with young people in the centre while being able to manage professional boundaries effectiveness
• Have an understanding of and commitment to adhering to the Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Have an interest in Maori and Pasifika cultures and a desire to be inclusive at the workplace and when working with families
• Personality/Character: high energy, enthusiasm, reliability, physically fit, outgoing, mature, common sense, high initiative, a genuine interest in people, approachable
• Excellent written and verbal communication and record keeping skills
• Competent with computers and software applications
• Has a full, clean, NZ Class 1 drivers license

Benefits

• Support Staff in School Collective Agreement based remuneration
• Ongoing professional development and other growth opportunities
• Role-specific training
• Beautiful facility and grounds

Applicants must have work rights in New Zealand.

Does this sound like you? If so, click "APPLY" now and submit your CV outlining your relevant experience or call us for a confidential chat on 09 975 6733.