About the role Mo te tunga
As a Probation Officer for Ara Poutama Aotearoa, you will work closely with people in our care and their whanau to address criminogenic behaviours and reduce reoffending.
Using principles of manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira, and whanau, you will manage community-based sentences and orders, whilst also preparing reports for the Courts and New Zealand Parole Board.
You will contribute to public safety, viewing this through the lens of manaaki, positive relationships, and the uplifting of wellbeing of people in our care.
By focusing on the wellbeing of the person who has come into our care and management, you will help reduce the chances of them returning to the justice system.
You will treat those in our care and management with respect, upholding their mana and dignity. As an employer, the Department of Corrections offers personal and professional development, clear career progression and job security.
We embrace diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals and celebrate the collective talent of all employees.
This role is based in Kawerau. Hours of work are Tuesday - Saturday.
About you Mou
We are looking for people who:
are able to relate to people from a range of cultures and backgrounds
have excellent spoken and written communication skills
can work in a team and motivate others
can remain positive and resilient in difficult situations
are able to think critically and assess information. If you have worked with large caseloads, this is a distinct advantage.
You will also need a Full New Zealand Driver's Licence and a legal right to work in New Zealand without restriction for a minimum of 24 months.
Being a Probation Officer is an incredibly exciting opportunity to make a real difference in your community. You'll have the chance to connect with people, build strong relationships, and do something which really makes a difference and improves public safety.
Utu a-tau Salary
The salary range for the job is $64,359 - $81,909. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ko wai matou About us
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 that of 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.
We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whanau. We welcome applications from disabled and neurodiverse communities, all cultures, faiths, and Rainbow communities, as we appreciate the richness of experience that diversity brings to our organisation.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at ******.
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 which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.
Applications close on: 18th October 2024. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.
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