Youth Coach - Christchurch

Part time position - 20 hours per week (over 2.5 days)PSUSI : Working to achieve a just, compassionate and inclusive societyKei te tae ana te ngakau - achieving a heart of loveIn this role, you will manaakitanga and work alongside young people who are requiring the Youth Payment and in some instances support with accommodation and supporting our Rangitahi in reaching their goals.You will be responsible for helping them to identify and overcome barriers, and to influence positive changes in their lives.No two days are the same and you need to be resilient, innovative and have a passion for delivering outcomes that make a real difference in a young person's life.He aha ta matou e tuku atu ki a koe (What we can offer you)An opportunity to make a difference, working with diverse cultures within New ZealandStimulating, challenging and rewarding workWork with highly passionate and motivated peopleMonthly group cultural supervisionAn organisation committed to ti tiriti o waitangi.

This is not lip service : from our co governance structure to monthly 1 : 2 : 1's where you get to talk about how you are living our values.A safe, healthy and supportive work environmentFlexible working policies and environmentExtra leave entitlements like Birthday and Whanau Leave!

EAP and employee benefits programmes ( Insurance coverProfessional Development opportunities and coachingKo wai he kaitono totika?

(Who is an ideal applicant?)Someone who will : Be experienced working with youth and understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing this groupHave an openness to and enjoyment of differences in values, beliefs and cultural practicesLive and embody the PSUSI Values in their mahi : Aroha, Whakawhanaungatanga, Tikanga, Kaitiakitanga and KotahitangaEmbrace their cultural journey and been keen to use and upskill in their te reo skill and capabilityPrevious experience and awareness around navigating with government support agencies would be an advantageBe aware of issues facing rangitahi (young people) and understand youth cultureHave excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to handle conflict and challenging situations with an open and engaging mannerBe able to build and maintain positive relationships with a range of clients and community contactsHave excellent computer skills and experience with client management documentation and systemsStrong administration skills and process drivenDemonstrate empathy and resilienceBe able to pass a Vulnerable Children's Safety checkPresbyterian Support aims to create a better life for everyone.

Our social services are focused on whakawhanaungatanga and manakitanga (relationships and hospitality) to help build safer, stronger, more connected families / whanau and communities.

This includes supporting older people / kaumatua to maintain their wellbeing and positive social connections as they age and helping children / tamariki, teens / rangatahi and families / whanau to learn, grow and thrive.We have sites across the upper South Island covering the Tasman & Marlborough (Te Tau Ihu o te waka a Maui), West Coast (Te Tai Poutini) and Canterbury districts (Otautahi & Hakatere).

Does this sound like the ideal role for you?

If you match the above criteria and feel you stand in your mana and are committed to working in the social services sector, apply now with your CV and a Cover letter!

Hurry!

Applications close 12pm Friday 8th August 2025.

We will start interviewing as ideal candidates apply, we won't wait till the closing date.Confidential enquiries are welcome to the hiring manager Steve Thomas -

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