- Night hours
- Casual work
- Penal rates apply
ABOUT US / MŌ MĀTOU
At Ko Taku Reo we work to nurture the social and
emotional wellbeing of New Zealand’s Deaf and hard of hearing children and help
them form their own identity; as well as providing support and resources to
help them reach their academic potential. We are a school and a national
learning organisation. You will be joining a nationwide team who share
passion and enthusiasm for supporting our students and school.
THE ROLE / TE MAHI
We are looking for caring and positive professionals who are team players to join our residential support team. As a Residential Youth Worker (Night), you will be responsible for the safe operation of the residential homes for Deaf students. The Residential Youth Workers (Night) work closely and in co-operation with senior leaders, residential staff, families and whānau to encourage and teach Deaf students to live independently. They are responsible for the care and safety of residential students overnight and in the morning until the Residential Youth Worker or Residential Team Leader arrives.
The residence, located in Sumner, Christchurch, incorporates a residential setting for Deaf boarding students during school term time. The residential programme focuses on independent living and life skills. Students range from 11 to 21 years of age. The hours of work are Monday – Thursday 9.50pm-8.50am, Friday - Saturday 9.50pm-7.10am and Sunday 9.50pm-8.50am.
ABOUT YOU / MŌ KOE
To be suitable for this position you will have:
- NZSL experience or qualifications
preferred, a willingness to learn is essential
- Knowledge of Deaf culture preferred, a
willingness to learn is essential
- 2+ years' experience working with youth
preferred
- A current full driver's license
- Experience in motivating and
communicating with a broad range of groups and individuals and in particular,
young people
- Experience working in a school
environment preferable but not essential
- Experience working with young people
with multiple needs
- Knowledge of Children's Act and NZ
legislation preferred
HOW TO APPLY / ME PEHEA TE TONO
If you are interested in joining an organisation where you can help make a
positive impact, please apply online with a copy of your CV and cover letter
telling us why you'd love to work with us!
Only applicants that are legally entitled to work
in New Zealand and can make themselves available for an interview will be
considered for this position. We may look to interview prior to closing
so please apply early. Applications close 5pm, Friday 10 May 2024.
