Location: Otahuhu, Auckland
Employment Type: Part-Time
Application Deadline: Open until suitable candidates are found
Youth Worker in Secondary Schools (YWiSS) | Part-Time
Strengthen Tamariki | Support Whānau | Champion Educational Success
Working as part of the YWiSS team based at ATWC, Otahuhu the mentor will assist youth to make conscious decisions to engage with their school community and address their wellbeing and achievement needs. This may involve working with hapu or extended family.
Each mentor will manage a caseload of youth, and work in collaboration with schools and the youth in recognising and developing their strengths, resources, resiliency, and problem-solving abilities, to increase social, educational and health outcomes. They will utilise a strength based multi-systemic approach which aligns with current legislation and will focus on problem solving, skill building and competence enhancement.
About Us
The Anglican Trust for Women and Children is a major Auckland family charity and one of the city’s oldest.
We have been helping mothers, children and whānau since 1858 and are here for the long haul. Through our family services, early education services and social work services we are committed to investing in Auckland’s children and building them the happy, healthy future they deserve.
Our Mission
Support whānau to nurture their tamariki and give them a happy, healthy, and secure future.
Our Vision
Resilient, empowered, and connected whānau and communities.
Our Values
- Aroha – relationships that are genuine and non-judgmental.
- Whakawhanaungatanga – establishing positive connections and relationships.
- Kaitiakitanga – protecting people’s spiritual, mental, physical and social well -being.
- Māiatanga – empowering resilience.
- Tūmanako – aspiration for the present and future
About the Role
As a Youth Worker in Secondary Schools, you will:
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Work in partnership with rangatahi to develop individualised goals with clear review timeframes
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Create focused plans to strengthen engagement with school and learning
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Support young people to navigate school by understanding their interests, strengths, needs, and educational progress
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Collaborate with school personnel and whānau to build effective family–school relationships that support re-engagement
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Utilise the Check & Connect model to track and monitor levels of engagement
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Apply strategies consistent with strengths-based practice principles
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Develop supportive and effective working relationships with rangatahi and key community organisations
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Identify and utilise appropriate resources to assist young people
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Implement effective and timely interventions
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Refer to external agencies where appropriate
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Maintain accurate documentation and professional records.
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Youth Work, or a related field, or equivalent experience
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Proven experience working with young people
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Strong understanding of working with Pacific, Māori, and new immigrant students and families
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Sound developmental knowledge of young people, particularly in relation to mental health
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Full, clean NZ Driver Licence
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Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand
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Fluency in or understanding of a second language is desirable
Skills and Experience
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Strong interpersonal skills
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Ability to establish rapport and build trust with rangatahi, whānau, colleagues, and professionals
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Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
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Strong report writing capability
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Creative thinking and effective problem-solving ability
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Ability to develop high-quality relationships with internal and external stakeholders
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Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
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Initiative and sound decision-making ability
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Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
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Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider multidisciplinary team
Desired Attributes
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Sound understanding of ATWC’s Mission and Core Values
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Commitment to working within a multidisciplinary school environment and within ATWC
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Willingness to participate in team and organisational activities
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Willingness to contribute to school-wide task forces and working groups
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Ability to maintain high professional standards at all times
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A positive outlook and a good sense of humour
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Genuine belief in the potential of every young person
What ATWC Offers
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A high-trust organisation
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A supportive and collaborative team environment
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Ongoing professional development opportunities
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The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of rangatahi and whānau
Join an organisation where every role counts, every voice matters, and your work directly contributes to strengthening whānau and communities.
How to Apply
If this role resonates with you and you meet the brief, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply via the SEEK listing using the link below:
Youth Workers in Schools | Part-Time | SEEK NZ
Applications will remain open until suitable candidates are found.
Only applicants legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.