Resource Worker

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Tamariki and Rangatahi Support Workers (Resource Workers)

Casual - Taumarunui Site

Hourly rate of $26.00

(As and when required for short or block assignments)

Are you driven to make a difference for tamaiti and their whānau?  At Oranga Tamariki we are dedicated to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do and say.  Our Tamariki and rangatahi deserve to feel safe, have their voices heard and be surrounded by loving whānau.  We are on a journey to ensure it happens.

We are seeking several Casual Tamariki and Rangatahi Support Workers (Resource Workers) for the Whanganui area to provide support services.  You will play an important part in a very rewarding role.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Ideal candidates for this role are strong, assertive individuals who are driven to making a difference to our tamariki and rangatahi. This role can sometimes see you facing some difficult situations so it's important for us to hire the right candidates who have a calm demeanour and patience when faced with potentially aggressive behaviour and vulgar language.

The mahi you do will vary depending on the needs at the time, but could include the following:

• Transport tamariki and rangatahi to school, appointments, activities, and respite
• Minding tamariki and rangatahi when they are not with their whānau
• Monitoring of tamaiti who are deemed at risk
• Weekend work may be required, and occasionally travel may require you to stay overnight
• Support, mentor and walk alongside our tamaiti during their journey with us
• You may assist Social Workers if the need arises
• Supervising their visits at a variety of venues with parents, whānau and/or siblings, and writing observational reports

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include: 

• Flexibility to work varying hours during the week and weekends, and to changing priorities
• People skills, patience, and an ability to see past what someone might be struggling with and an empathy for tamaiti
• Experience with tamariki that may have complex needs (Behavioural, ADHD, Autism, FASD to name a few)
• Exhibit discretion and be able to earn the trust of tamariki, rangatahi and other staff
• Demonstrate tolerance and understanding
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience, be able to prepare an accurate, understandable, and useable report or incident record if needed
• Always show a high degree of consistency in behaviour and act as a clear and positive role model, generating confidence and commitment of others through his/her own ethical conduct
• The ability to work in New Zealand, hold a clean current driver's licence
• An understanding and appreciation of cultural issues and concerns in particular Tikanga Maori & Pacific Island cultures
• 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.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey. 

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

We offer a vibrant and strong team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.  We offer significant training and professional development so that you can develop and grow.  We welcome diversity and we work in an inclusive and respectful way.  This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of Tamariki and Rangatahi.

Me pēhea te tuku tono  | How to Apply

If you want to help improve the lives of vulnerable tamariki and rangatahi please apply online with your CV and Cover Letter.  If you are an employee of Oranga Tamariki already, please ensure you register or login using your work email address.  Only applications made online will be accepted. If you have any queries, please contact info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Hurry as applications for this role close on Monday 29th April 2024!!

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.