Supervisor

Department of Corrections – Waikato District, North Island

The Supervisor / Kaimahi is a member of a multi-disciplinary team who are responsible for the development and implementation of the therapeutic treatment programme.

Tai Aroha is an intensive specialist residential rehabilitation treatment programme targeting high risk community-based offenders (residents), who have multiple treatment needs related to violence. The overall objectives of the programme are to reduce participants' risk of serious reoffending and increase their capacity to live socially responsible and fulfilling lifestyles.

The programme aims to provide a culturally responsive rehabilitation experience, in particular for Māori participants, by respecting and incorporating Tikanga Māori and kaupapa Māori concepts within and alongside Western based rehabilitation practices.

The purpose of the role is to support residents within the residential setting and during external activities.

Those who lead give sight to those who follow, those who follow give life to those who lead

The successful applicant will operate effectively in a Māori cultural environment demonstrating a calm demeanour andresilience in our offender-centric setting.

Strong problem-solving, team building and influencing skills are essential, as is the ability to model pro-social behaviour and to represent the therapeutic community in a positive manner.

Being part of Ara Poutama Aotearoa is about being part of a team, working together to ensure that offenders are kept secure and treated fairly and consistently.

A full driver's licence is essential, with the ability to drive an automatic and manual vehicle.

To be successful in this role, you will have :

• The ability to operate effectively in a Māoricultural setting and display core skills
• Knowledge of Te Reo Māori, Powhiri / Whakatau processes in a Marae setting
• The ability to communicate and build rapport with the tane in our care
• The ability to remain calm and measured in pressure situations
• An objective, non-judgemental approach to the tane in our care, demonstrating a degree of empathy in upholding rules and regulations

The starting salary for this role is $64,983, with the potential to earn $72,289.

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and addressing the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of ourHōkai Rangistrategy.

We valueinclusion and diversityin our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

To apply and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on : Wednesday 10 December 2025

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