Kotahi ano te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' – 'There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people. Mo te tunga | About the role The position is for a fulltime Household Supervisor. Hours of work will be 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday on a rotational roster.
The Supervisor / Kamahi is a member of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the development and implementation of the therapeutic treatment programme.
Tai Aroha is an intensive specialist residential rehabilitation treatment programme targeting high-risk community-based offenders (residents) who have multiple treatment needs related to violence. The overall objectives of the programme are to reduce participants' risk of serious reoffending and increase their capacity to live socially responsible and fulfilling lifestyles.
The programme aims to provide a culturally responsive rehabilitation experience, particularly for Maori participants, by respecting and incorporating Tikanga Maori and kaupapa Maori concepts within and alongside Western-based rehabilitation practices.
The purpose of the role is to support residents within the residential setting and during external activities.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Ability to operate effectively in a Maori cultural setting and display core skillsKnowledge of Te Reo Maori, Powhiri/Whakatau processes in a Marae settingAbility to build rapport with offendersRemain calm and measured in pressure situationsStrong administration and organisational skillsTake an objective, non-judgemental approach to offenders, demonstrating a degree of empathy in upholding rules and regulationsExperience as an outdoor person and must be physically fit to support our residents during offsite activities (river paddles, hiking tracks both easy and difficult terrain)The successful applicant will operate effectively in a Maori cultural environment, demonstrating a calm demeanour and resilience in our offender-centric setting.
Strong problem-solving, team building, and influencing skills are essential, as is the ability to model pro-social behaviour and to represent the therapeutic community positively.
Being part of Ara Poutama Aotearoa is about being part of a team, working together to ensure that offenders are kept secure and treated fairly and consistently.
A full driver's licence is essential, with the ability to drive both automatic and manual vehicles.
The starting salary is $69,998. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and the communities we serve across the motu.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi (Hokai Rangi).
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department, highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples that reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.
It is an exciting time to join us as we continue to seek out talented individuals committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals and the collective talent in our whanau. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.
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