Youth Worker

Permanent part-time Youth Worker position based in Tauranga

5 weeks of annual leave + 2 wellbeing days annually

Earn up to $29.83 per hour + other great benefits

Do you thrive in working alongside taiohi and supporting them to build life skills, resilience, and strong connections with their whanau, friends and communities?

We provide health and wellbeing services for taiohi aged between 12 to 18.

We believe in the importance of community, connection and relationships – and in the ability of young people to shape their own futures.

Increased Employer KiwiSaver contribution

5 weeks of annual leave after 12 months of employment

2 wellbeing days annually

HealthNow payment card - $250 per year to support health and wellbeing for you and your whanau

Perk & Perk Plus discount app and more

And the opportunity to work with an amazing team with an inspirational purpose.

The role is permanent part-time, working 24 hours per week Friday – Sunday, 7 : 00am- 3 : 30pm in Tauranga.

The role of the youth worker involves working alongside the taiohi to meet their day to day needs and supporting them on their journey to reach their full potential in ways which recognise and celebrate the mana of the young person.

You will :

Hold a Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or be studying towards a recognised equivalent

Have experience in working with young people and an understanding of trauma-informed care

Have both de-escalation skills and relationship building skills

Hold a current full New Zealand driver's licence

Hold a current New Zealand first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one

Have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Closing Date | Ra Katinga :

22 October 2025.

Please note, this job may close if a suitable candidate is found prior to closing date.

Contact | Whakapa :

Danica Thompson, Team Coach via

For further information, visit

Real is supported by Pathways Health Limited, part of the Wise Group.

Pathways are committed to healthy lifestyles and actively support a smoke-free environment.

Note :

The Criminal History Check is exempt from The Clean Slate Act.

In other words, the Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position.

Please declare any offences (even outside 7 years) in your application.

All new appointees into Pathways require background checking.

Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.

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