Transition Coach - Youth Services

Mō mātau (About us)

As a proudly indigenous tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

• Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
• Four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
• Flexible work hours and work-from-home options for some roles.
• Free car parking at our main campuses.

Mō tēnei mahi (About this job)

We are seeking a dedicated Transition Coach – Youth Services tojoin us on a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) basis based inHamilton

As a Transition Coach, you will work in partnership with Oranga Tamariki (OT) and other agencies to provide holistic and culturally responsive support to eligible rangatahi aged 15 years – 21 years. This role requires you to work within the standards of Oranga Tamariki and the values -driver service delivery of Te Wānanga Io Aotearoa.

Some of the responsibilities in this role will include:

• Respond to referrals of rangatahi to the service, by Oranga Tamariki Social Workers.
• Support rangatahi to actively participate in assessment and planning processes.
• Respond to referrals of rangatahi to the service by Oranga Tamariki (OT) social workers.
• Support rangatahi to actively participate in assessment and planning processes.
• Support rangatahi to access and engage with appropriate services and development opportunities to help them overcome barriers to reaching adult independence.
• Assist rangatahi to build, strengthen and maintain connections with whanau, hapū iwi and a broader network of supportive adults.
• Provide practical, emotional, mentor support and skill development to rangatahi as per transition plans.
• Meet the reporting requirements of Oranga Tamariki and TWoA.

Mōu (About you)

We are looking for a compassionate, culturally competent, and motivated individual who has a genuine passion for supporting rangatahi to achieve their goals and aspirations.

You will also bring with you:

• A Bachelor Degree in Social Work or Youth Work.
• Current professional body registration (SWRB NZ).
• 4+ years’ experience in social work, youth services or a similar type of role.
• 4+ years’ experience working with Māori or Pasifika.
• Proven experience providing transitional and social services to rangatahi.
• A full NZ Drivers Licence This position is classed as a Core Worker and will need to pass a safety check, inclusive of a Police Vetting under the Children’s Act 2014 and a Cyrus Check (OT).

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.

Tonoa i tēnei rā! (Apply today!)

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today as applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist.

A position description is available on our career’s website. For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz