EOI -Corrections Officer - Arohata Prison

Expressions of Interest - Corrections Officer - Arohata Prison

We are currently at our resourcing capacity for most sites however we encourage you to submit an application, to be considered for opportunities in the coming months.

About the role: As part of your training, you'll acquire the skills and knowledge to excel within a custodial environment. By collaborating positively with your team, you'll have the chance to influence positive change in the lives of women and their whanau. Your role involves assisting and empowering the women we serve to make better choices, take timely actions, and support their individual journeys toward offence-free lives.

He Apiha Whare Herehere - Corrections Officers will: • ARAHI: Supervise daily routines. • MANAAKI: Respond to questions and help resolve problems, supporting women in their rehabilitation and reintegration. • WHAKAKIPAKIPA: Motivate and inspire women to make positive changes. • HAPAI: Monitor and manage health, safety, and wellbeing. • MAHITAHI: Work closely with whanau and other key stakeholders. • MAHI: Be ready to work 12-hour rostered shifts across a 24/7 pattern, including weekends and public holidays.

Nga Korero Mou - About you We're looking for individuals who: • Can build meaningful relationships, are effective communicators and empathetic listeners. • Are motivated to create a positive impact in their community. • Are inspired by the opportunity to change someone's life. • Value integrity and role-model this every day • Have experience within a Kaupapa Maori environment (or the openness to learn), this is desirable but not essential.

This is an expression of interest advert – meaning you will be assessed and placed through the recruitment process but may not start in the role until 2025 when positions become available.

In addition to your unique skills and perspective, you should:

The right to work in a New Zealand or hold a Vistors Visa enabling you to attend our assessment centre within New Zealand. Then also be available to complete the full recruitment process should you be successful after the assessment day.

A Full New Zealand Driver License (holders of a Full International License are also eligible to apply)

To be medically fit for employment and complete a medical assessment and physical readiness assessment

Pre employment checks are part of our process and include a drug test, full disclosure criminal conviction check (Clean Slate Act does not apply),a medical assessment, a physical fitness assessment, and reference checks