Probation Officer at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Gisborne (Te Tai Rawhiti)We need positive role models with a passion for empowering othersThis is a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your communityFulltime permanent position, 40 hours per weekBeing 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.
About the role | Mo te tunga As a Probation Officer for Ara Poutama Aotearoa, you will work with people who are subject to Community Based Sentences and their whanau to address criminogenic behaviours and reduce reoffending.
Using principles of manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira, and whanau, you will build relationships to support people in developing agency.
The role also entails maintaining detailed records and 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 we manage in the community.
By focusing on the wellbeing of the person who has come into our management, you will help reduce the chances of them returning to the justice system.
You will treat those under our management with respect, upholding their mana and dignity.
We are looking for people who: Are able to relate to people from a range of cultures and backgroundsHave excellent spoken and written communication skillsAre willing to develop knowledge and skill around meeting role-specific legislative requirementsCan work in a team and motivate othersCan remain positive and resilient in difficult situationsAre able to think critically and assess informationYou'll also need: Full New Zealand Driver Licence and a legal right to work in New Zealand without restriction for a minimum of 12 months.
If you have worked with large caseloads before, this is a distinct advantage.
In line with our Strategy Hokai Rangi, we are prioritising applications from people who have experience in a Kaupapa Maori or Pasifika environment and/or a willingness to learn.
Please highlight any relevant experience and/or language skills in your application.
The starting salary for this role is $64,359, with annual salary progression to a top level of $81,909.
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.
It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace.
We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals and 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.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency.
Applications received via email will not be considered.
Employer: Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)
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