Casual Residential Youth Worker Epuni Lower Hutt

Are you passionate in making a real and positive difference to NewZealand's tamariki and rangatahi?We currently have an opportunity for Casual Residential Youth Workers to join the Epuni Care and Protection team in the Hutt ValleyPlease note that applications may be reviewed while the advertisement is still open. Mō mātou | About us Our tamariki and rangatahi deserve to feel safe, have their voices heard, and be surrounded by loving whānau. At Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, we're on a journey to ensure that it happens. We are a leading social work practice that is child-centred, trauma-informed, and effective for all cultures. We are a Ministry with a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do and say. Mō te tūnga| About the role Oranga Tamariki is committed to providing comprehensive, proactive care and support to rangatahi during their stay and as they transition back into the community. To make this vision a reality, we are looking for Casual Residential Youth Workers who are high quality role models and champions of rangatahi in our care. To help them achieve this, our Residential Youth Workers, as part of a team, provide daily care and support. They get involved assisting our young people to re-engage with school/vocation, attending appointments, having visits with their family, connecting with peers, and managing themselves within the home. We work to keep our rangatahi connected to the positive influences in their lives - mentors, whānau, work and community-based programmes. As a Casual Residential Youth Worker you will be required to cover the shifts of our Residential Youth Workers. This is not a 9 to 5 job - our rangatahi require wrap around support from us which is why our Residential Youth Workers do rostered shifts as we provide 24‑hour, 7‑days per week care (including weekends and public holidays). Coaching rangatahi through our structured day and through all life necessities Participating in activities with our rangatahi Supporting our rangatahi by helping them with their studies, teaching them life skills such as cooking, art, music and cultural programmes and mentor them to make positive life choices Establishing rapport with rangatahi who have experienced trauma and assist with redirecting behaviour Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring High quality skills to work with rangatahi who may have behavioural issues. Studies or qualifications in psychology, social sciences, social work, education (not required but are beneficial) Knowledge or high motivation to learn Tikanga and Te Reo Māori Ability to operate within a reflective practice environment Available to cover shifts of a roster that covers mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays Willingness to support Epuni, Te Awe and Mary Crescent sites in Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt An appropriate level of physical health & fitness to interact and engage with rangatahi The right to work in New Zealand Full, clean New Zealand driver's license Meet the safety checking and police vetting requirements required under the Children's Act Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you This position pays $26.00 per hour + 8% holiday pay on hours worked. There is a variety of shifts available as residences operate 24/7. We offer paid 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. We provide equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role. 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/ Applications close Midnight Tuesday 11th August 2026! 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr