Residential Night Attendant

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Full time, Permanent position
• Wiri Site
• Salary starting at $70,000 per annum including penal rates.

We have an opportunity to join our Youth Team in the role of Residential Night Attendant based at Wiri Youth Justice residence.

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:
• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

Our purpose is to ensure that all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities where oranga tamariki can be realised. We believe that by getting involved early in their lives and showing love and care, we give children the best chance of growing into happy thriving New Zealanders.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are looking for a motivated and energetic person with previous experience in working with youth to join our team of Night Attendants.

As a Residential Night Attendant, you will be part of a team that is responsible for providing safe care for young people, security of property during the night and general administrative and household activities.

The position is full time 40 hours per week working on a roster that covers some weekends and public holidays and changes every three weeks. A penal allowance is payable as part of the remuneration package.

This is a night awake position.

Please be aware that if you are successful in securing the role, you will be required to complete 6 weeks of paid training, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm.

Mōu | About you

• A full clean NZ drivers' license is essential
• Meet the Children's Act safety checking and our vetting requirements
• A valid visa - New Zealand residency or citizenship
• Be a strong team player and positive role model
• Have experience in working rostered shifts/night shifts
• Demonstrate initiative and sound judgement, with an ability to 'think on your feet'
• Be self-directed in work practices
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be competent in the use of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Experience in social services, including working with at-risk children or youth is preferred, but not essential

 Our code of conduct requires our employees to remain free from the influences of drugs and alcohol whilst at work.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package starting at $70,000 per annum including penal rates, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

How to apply?

Apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you register or login using your work email address. For reporting and transparency, it is important that all applications are submitted through our careers site, please do not email through applications and/or CVs.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Applications close Wednesday 15th May 2024