Probation Officer Thames at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Waikato
Are you looking for a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your community?
Do you see yourself as a positive role model and passionate about empowering others?
This role will be based at our Thames site; however, some travel may be required within the Coromandel.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
Relate to people from a range of cultures and backgrounds
Demonstrate excellent spoken and written communication skills
Work in a team and motivate others
Remain positive and resilient in difficult situations
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.
If you are a current Probation Officer, please see the transfer policy on Tatou to submit an expression of interest for this position.
The salary range for the job is $64,359 - $81,909. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us by Iwi and conveys the responsibility we have to support and guide those in our care to reach their potential. Our strategy, Hokai Rangi, provides a clear direction of travel - one that builds on the good things that are already happening, and, most importantly, how we can innovate to find new ways of doing things to achieve better outcomes for Maori, whanau, and communities.
To apply, submit your tailored CV and a cover letter (PDF) describing your motivation for wanting to join Ara Poutama and highlighting your relevant skills, experience, and personal qualities essential to this role.
It is an exciting time, 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 that of the collective talent in our whanau.
For reporting and transparency, it is important that all applications are submitted through our careers site. If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at ******
Applications close 6th January 2025
Employer: Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)
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