Vibe – Hutt Valley Youth Health Trust
Supporting young people to feel connected, supported and empowered
About the role
We are seeking a warm, youth-centred Youth Worker to join our Social Services team. You’ll be a key point of connection for rangatahi accessing our services, creating a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space where young people feel seen, supported, and empowered to take positive next steps.
This is a varied, people-facing role blending youth work, front-of-house engagement, pastoral support, and programme delivery. You’ll work with rangatahi both informally and in structured settings, supporting wellbeing, engagement, and connection to education, training, whānau, and community.
What you’ll be doing
- Creating a youth-friendly, safe environment that encourages engagement and connection
- Providing pastoral support that promotes rangatahi wellbeing
- Building trusted, respectful relationships in 1:1 and group settings
- Managing a caseload of young people where required
- Contributing to high-quality, youth-centred programmes that respond to needs and aspirations
- Supporting accessible, engaging health promotion across Vibe sites
- Working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
- Upholding professional, ethical, and reflective practice
- Contributing positively to Vibe’s culture and collective impact
What we’re looking for
You’ll enjoy working alongside rangatahi and bring a calm, inclusive, strengths-based approach. Ideally, you have:
- A warm, firm, mana-enhancing style that upholds rangatahi dignity and agency
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to navigate challenging situations sensitively and professionally
- A commitment to learning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement
- A qualification in Youth Work (or related field) or equivalent experience
- Experience working with young people in community, education, health, or social services
- Experience in developing, delivering, and evaluating youth development programmes or workshops
What we offer
- A values-driven organisation committed to youth wellbeing and equity
- A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
- Professional development and supervision to support your growth
- A role where you can make a real difference in the lives of rangatahi
- A welcoming, inclusive, and youth-focused workplace
About Vibe
Vibe (Hutt Valley Youth Health Trust) is a Youth One Stop Shop providing free, confidential, and youth-friendly health and social services for young people aged 10 – 24. Our services are designed with young people at the centre – accessible, inclusive and responsive to their needs.
This is a full time, permanent position (40 hours per week)
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
Make a difference! Connect with rangatahi, deliver youth programmes, and support positive futures every day!
The position description and Vibe's application form can be found at: https://www.vibe.org.nz/work-for-us
To apply, please email your application form, cover letter, and CV to recruitment@vibe.org.nz
Applications close Friday 23 January 2026
Please do not apply via the DoGood portal, as we require all applications to be sent to us allowing personal acknowledgement and response to your application.
Please note:
- We may shortlist applicants as we receive them and could withdraw the advertising at any stage.
- Successful applicants will be required to complete Police vetting
