New Zealand Government

Ehara taku toa I te toa takitahi engari he toa takitini" Maori proverb (my strength is not the strength of my own, but the strength of many) We have two exciting full-time, permanent opportunities available within our Auckland Prison and Auckland Central/East teams. Mo te tunga | About the role Our Programme Facilitators come from different backgrounds, cultures, education and experience - but they all share the ability to motivate and work alongside others to support them to make positive changes in their lives. We are currently seeking interest from people who enjoy working collaboratively, are open to feedback and interested in their own development, are passionate about changing thinking, providing guidance and walking alongside those in our care to explore and educate as they walk their journey of rehabilitation. Programme facilitators deliver intensive, therapeutic programmes to offenders serving sentences in the community or in prison. The programmes aim to encourage...

* Busy and varied administrative role * Permanent, full-time position - 40 hours per week * Join a values-led team at Northland Region Corrections Facility. Mo te tunga | About the role This is an assorted role with a wide range of duties. In this busy position you will enjoy working collaboratively as one team in a challenging and fast paced environment, be able to multitask, remain adaptable, follow and adhere to policies and procedures, and have sound judgement in prioritising tasks and activities to meet deadlines. The job description for this position has the general working title `Administration Support Officer'. This covers a variety of administrative positions across Corrections including Property Officers and you may be required to undertake some or all of the duties noted according to operation requirements. This can be varied within the overall Administration Support structure. This diverse administrative role is based at Northland Region Corrections Facility in Kaikohe....

Probation Officer * We need positive role models with a passion for empowering others * This is a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your community * Full-time, permanent opportunity, 40 hours per week About the role | Mo te tunga As Probation Officer for Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), you will work with people we manage in the community 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 we manage in the community. By focusing on the wellbeing of the person who has come into our management, you will help reduce the chances of them returning to the justice system. You will treat those...

* Full-time, permanent position available * Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week * Located in Te Awamutu Do you have the enthusiasm, dedication, and the skills to become an Administration Officer within Ara Poutama Aotearoa, Department of Corrections? This could be just the opportunity you are looking for! We are currently looking for a full-time, permanent Administration Officer, to join our team in Te Awamutu. Mo te tunga | About the role This is an opportunity to be part of a great organisation where you will support the Community Corrections team. This role will involve communicating directly with people in our care who are serving community sentences and working with our Probation Officers. Other key responsibilities involve a wide range of administrative services including: * Reception and phone duties are a key component of this role, this will include liaising with people in our care, their whanau and other stakeholders * Liaising with organisations and services we work with *...

Probation Officer - Auckland Region * We need positive role models with a passion for empowering others! * This is a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your community. * We have full-time, permanent positions available around the Auckland Region. Mo te tunga | About the role 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. As a Probation Officer for Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), you will work with people we manage in the community 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,...

Release to Work Broker - Kaikohe * Make a difference to people's lives * Use your networking and relationship building skills * Based in Kaikohe, with flexibility to support other Community Corrections sites across the wider Reintegration team as required. As part of the Reintegration team you will contribute to reducing offending by providing prisoners with the opportunity to improve their work habits, experiences and skills in order to increase their chances of obtaining sustainable, post-release employment. If you are commercially savvy, a confident and professional communicator, a strong relationship builder and the type of person who believes making a difference counts then this could be your dream role. About the role | Mo te tunga Release to Work Brokers take responsibility for managing relationships with external job placement agencies, Employers, Iwi, Community groups, other Government Departments and internal stakeholders. This role is primarily based at Kaikohe Community...

Community Work Supervisor * Do you want to make a real difference in your community? * Do you enjoy mentoring and coaching people? * This is a great opportunity to use your life skills to their best advantage! Mo te tunga | About the role We are all about changing lives and creating pathways through meaningful Community Work projects. As a Community Work Supervisor, you will oversee and manage those in our care who are serving their community work sentences on meaningful projects at schools, reserves, community groups, Marae and churches - whatever the community needs. With a natural style to work collaboratively and great relationship management skills you will be someone who recognises the importance of the work Ara Poutama Aotearoa does. As we continue our mahi with our Hokai Rangi strategy, bring new ways of thinking to our complex and busy environment. This is a permanent, part-time position based out of our Hamilton Hub. The hours of work are Wednesday to Saturday 7am to 4pm....

Asset Maintenance Instructor * Permanent, full-time role * Based at Spring Hill Corrections Facility * Help prisoners improve their chances of gaining employment post-release 'Kotahi ano te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' `There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people. Mo te tunga | About the role Spring Hill Corrections Facility Offender Employment (OE) is looking for a painting instructor to join our asset maintenance team. An instructor is a talented "people person" who can cope with change, is adaptable to dynamic work environments, has high moral standards and believes in the power of communication to make positive changes in a wide range of people's lives. You will be instrumental in providing prisoners with both an employment pathway and assisting them to gain the work habits, experience and skills sought by industry employers. As an Asset Maintenance Instructor your role is multi-layered. You will have custodial responsibilities,...