Kaiarahi / Youth Mentor

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. This is a full-time, fixed term contract covering parental leave. The position of Kaiarahi works within the Parirau team. The work is done under the NISS organisation and NISS is the employing authority. Ngāpuhi Iwi Social Services, also known as ‘NISS’ was established to be a key service provider to Ngāpuhi, by Ngāpuhi while providing services and support to anyone within the wider community. NISS was set up independently as an Iwi Social Service in 1996 and a year later was registered as a limited liability company. In 2006 NISS became a subsidiary of Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi-O-Ngāpuhi. With offices in Kaikohe, NISS is one of the largest Iwi Social Service Providers in Aotearoa and access to their advice and services is free and confidential. Purpose of the Position This role supports at risk taitamariki, ages 11-17, to intensive youth offenders. Our Kaiarahi provide support, advocacy and youth development. Who we are looking for: Level 4 minimum qualification or commitment to work towards this, and/ orexperience relevant to health, Social Services or education. Must be fluent in Te Reo Current full driver’s license (must have). Information technology and administration literacy. Clearance under the provisions of the Vulnerable Children’s Act (2014). Good computer/ technical skills including the use of emails, internet and Microsoft applications (Move to technical skills). At least 12 months experience in working in the field of mental health and wellbeing, child health, education or social support services (desirable). Developed networks and relationships within the health, education and social services sectors and the ability to navigate within these. Experience in brief intervention. you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, reside or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand, and therefore, hold a valid visa. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr