Description
About the Company
At Odyssey House Christchurch, we are dedicated to empowering and inspiring rangatahi. We provide comprehensive support services that utilize adventure-based learning to address challenges faced by young people, particularly those affected by alcohol and drugs, mental health issues, and related concerns. Our mission is to foster resilience and personal growth through engaging and therapeutic experiences.
About the Role
We are currently seeking an energetic and compassionate Youth Worker to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with rangatahi to facilitate adventure-based learning and group activities, ultimately helping them build coping skills and connections. The position requires weekend work, totaling 32 to 40 hours every fortnight.
Key responsibilities include:
- Facilitating therapeutic outdoor experiences such as tramping, camping, and group activities.
- Supporting adventure-based therapy programs that enhance connection and coping skills.
- Building strength-based and collaborative relationships with rangatahi, their whanau, and colleagues.
- Managing administrative tasks associated with outdoor experiences.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Proven experience delivering therapeutic group sessions in natural or outdoor environments.
- Relevant qualifications in Social Work, Youth Work, Occupational Therapy, Outdoor Recreation, or a related field, or be actively working towards these qualifications.
- Experience in the alcohol and other drugs (AOD), mental health, or criminal justice sectors.
- An understanding of and ability to honor Te Tiriti O Waitangi.
- Experience working with trauma and its impacts.
- Willingness to work overnight when off-site, such as during tramping or camping trips.
- A clean and full driver’s license.
- Availability to work one shift in the first week, with the potential to work a full weekend including overnight activities the following week.
Benefits
We offer a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to apply.
To apply, please send your application to employment@odysseychch.org.nz. For more information, feel free to contact Amanda Murray, Youth Services Manager, at 021 469 427.
Please quote Reference Number 13455 in your application.
To Apply
If this role is of interest, please Apply Now and submit your updated CV by following the link.
Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.
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