Casual Youth Worker
Casual opportunity + Based in the beautiful Kapiti Coast
- NEW pay rates up to $29.83
- Empower youth to shape their future!
- Expert in complex needs & mental health you will support 1-2 young individuals in nurturing home setting.
**Real | Mo matou**
At Real, we want to play a part in supporting all young New Zealanders to feel great about their futures. We provide health and wellbeing services in the community to people aged between 14 and 22. We believe in the importance of community, connection, and relationships - and in the ability of young people to shape their own futures.
**What we offer | Nga ahuatanga kei a matou**- Perk + Perk Plus discount app
- Payrates from $23.96-$29.83 (dependent on qualifications)
- 1 meal provided for awake shifts
- Work for an organisation that believes in its purpose
- EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
**The Role | Mo tenei turanga mahi**
Seeking a skilled Youth Worker for our OTIS youth team in Waikanae. Specialising in complex needs & mental health support, caring for 1-2 young individuals in a nurturing home.
*Responsibilities may include:*- Working closely with clinical service staff in designing personalised support plans
- You will work with people's strengths, hold hope and encourage people to recognise their ability to overcome adversity.
- You will work with people planning a suite of activities and programmes individually designed to help them meet goals
Casual positions are available to fill in for permanent Support Workers during leave, with non-regular hours, you'll have the opportunity to work across our full range of services throughout the week, including all Wellington locations.
**About You | Mou**
You will have:
- A National Certificate in Mental Health and Addiction Support Work (Level4) or National Certificate in Youth Work. Or will be willing to work towards.
- **A full driver's licence.**
- A current New Zealand first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one.
- Knowledge and understanding of Te Ao Maori, including Te Reo Maori and Tikanga, or be open to learning about it.
**Applications Close:** 12 June 2025. Please note, this advert may close early if suitable candidates have been found.
**Position Description:** https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Real-Youth-Worker.pdf
**Contact:** recruitment@wisegroup.co.nz for any queries.
For further information, visit our website www.real.co.nzPathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke free environment. We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply.