About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

If you are someone who is passionate about working with youth and can motivate and support young people, we are keen to hear from you!

We need casual Skills Trainers to work on an as required basis with our rangatahi (11 to 16 years) in foster care settings in the Hamilton region

Becoming a Skills Trainer provides invaluable experience for those studying social work, psychology or youth work, or is a great opportunity for anyone with experience caring for rangatahi.

You will be required to:

•         Assist rangatahi to develop and practice skills including, behaviour management, communication, coping and problem-solving skills.

•         Assist with after school and holiday/day programmes.

•         Support young people to undertake their daily activities, meet their goals and change their behaviours.

•         Report on sessions with Young People.

•         Attend any training as part of the programme.

About Kia Puāwai | He kōrero mō Kia Puāwai

Kia Puāwai has the well-being of people at its heart, and our team are collectively focused on a shared vision to help improve the lives of tamariki, rangatahi and whānau across Aotearoa.

Our Whakakitenga I Our Vision

Kia Tupu, Kia Hua, Kia Puāwai
To Grow, To Flourish, To Prosper.

Our Kaupapa I Our Mission

We believe our tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau deserve to thrive. We draw from te ao Māori and te ao Tauiwi knowledge to strengthen well-being, mana and wairua.

Our Tikanga I Our Values

Aroha, whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, wairuatanga.

Kia Puāwai is a tangata Tiriti, non-government organisation, committed to meeting our obligations to He Whakaputanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We strive to achieve equitable outcomes for rangatahi, whānau, aiga and communities by walking alongside them to overcome challenges; empowering them to achieve their goals and make long-lasting positive change by providing a range of evidence-based and culturally informed programmes and services.  

Our journey began in 1997. As an organisation we celebrate diversity; we have kaimahi from a range of different backgrounds and experiences who continue to make a significant difference in the lives of those we work with throughout Aotearoa.

Want to know more about Kia Puāwai?  visit www.kiapuawai.org.nz.

About You |  He kōrero mōu ake

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Full New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Competency with tikanga and te reo Māori is advantageous or a commitment to starting your journey into Te Ao Māori whilst taking ownership of your learning and growth.

Closing date | Rā Katinga: 15 July 2025