Youth Worker - Part time, Palmerston North
What we offer you: We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally.
When you join MASH Trust, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive Compensation: Earn between $24.00 - $29.70 per hour, based on your qualifications
- Hours: Part-time 26 hours per fortnight
- Rewarding Mahi/Work: Make a positive difference in the lives of the Tāngata Whaiora/people you support and contribute to the wider community.
- Comprehensive Training and Development: We're a learning organisation committed to your growth. You'll receive extensive on-boarding and ongoing training, including First Aid, De-escalation
- Career Advancement: Opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organisation
- Supportive Environment: Enjoy an excellent working environment with a strong, collaborative team atmosphere where we empower each other.
- Te Tiriti o Waitangi: MASH Trust aims to work collaboratively to embrace, support, and encourage a Māori worldview of health and provide high-quality, equitable, and effective service for Māori framed by Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Wellness Benefits: Receive a free yearly flu vaccination to support your health, comprehensive EAP services, additional MASH Day and long service leave starting from 5 years.
About the Role: 26 hours per fortnight. Working as part-time based in Palmerston North
As a Youth Worker you will assist young people to make positive and long-lasting changes in their lives, which will be achieved through various means of support. You will help provide a safe and secure environment which allows them to gather information to ensure they can make informed choices, while assisting and encouraging them to participate in leisure activities and recreational pursuits. This position involves meal preparation and housekeeping duties.
Working every Sunday 2:45pm - 11:15pm and Monday 5:00pm – 10:00pm
We're Looking For Someone With:
- A Passion for Tāngata/People: Be patient, friendly, and kind, with the ability to understand, communicate, and genuinely connect with people
- Driver Licence: A Full NZ Driver Licence is essential, as driving a MASH van will be part of your role.
- Empathy & Understanding: An understanding of Enabling Good Lives principles.
- Team Player: Professional, honest, and a reliable team-player with a flexible mindset.
- Previous Experience: Relevant experience with youth is essential
Ready to Apply?
We review applications as they are received, so this role may close earlier if we find the right candidate.
Tono ināianei/Apply now!
Please note: MASH Trust is not an accredited employer and therefore cannot use The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process.
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