Youth Worker - Casual
The Child Youth Crisis Respite service provides respite for people aged between 5 and 19 years who are experiencing mental health and/or addiction issues. We offer a short-term, voluntary residential programme with a maximum 7 day stay. This service provides a short-term safe and secure home environment for the youth that we support.
Benefits:
- Supportive team environment
- Comprehensive EAP programme
- You will earn between $23.38 - $29.10 per hour, depending on your qualification
- Rewarding work where you can make a positive difference to the youth we support
These casual positions are working on an as and when required basis 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.
Skills and Experience:
- Relevant experience working with youth is essential
- Holds a current Full NZ Driver Licence and have reliable transport
- A Health and Wellbeing qualification or similar is preferable
- Caring and kind in nature with integrity that can provide support to those from all walks of life
MASH Trust is not an accredited Employer and therefore cannot use The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process.
Applications will be reviewed as required so the role may close earlier if the right candidate is found.
