Job Description

Peer Support Worker (0.75 FTE)

Te Kāhu Tiu – Reikorangi Valley, Kāpiti Coast

Te Kāhu Tiu is a kaupapa Māori organisation dedicated to supporting rangatahi and their whānau to heal, reconnect, and thrive. Through innovative, tikanga-based approaches, Te Kāhu Tiu empowers young people to restore their identity, build resilience, and the skills they need to move into education, training and work. https://www.tekahutiu.org.nz/.

He angitūtanga | The opportunity

We are seeking a Kaimahi – Peer Support Worker to join our team. You’ll travel with the Driver each morning to collect rangatahi from their homes across the rohe and return them at the end of the day. During the drive, you’ll engage rangatahi in positive activities, provide encouragement and motivation, and support their wellbeing throughout their time on the programme.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You are empathetic, reliable, and passionate about supporting young people. You have lived experience relevant to rangatahi, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trusting relationships. You’re positive, non-judgemental, and committed to fostering resilience and confidence in rangatahi.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Lived experience relevant to youth (e.g. mental health, addiction, or other challenges)
• Experience in youth work, peer support, or community roles (preferred)
• Good communication and listening skills
• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to maintain boundaries
• Commitment to kaupapa Māori and supporting rangatahi
• Lives locally on the Kāpiti Coast (preferred)

Ngā hāora me te utu | Hours and remuneration

This role is a 12-month fixed term contract with potential to extend. The hours are 30 hours per week across two shifts per day and would ideally suit someone who lives locally on the Kāpiti Coast. The salary is $70,000 pro-rated to 0.75 FTE ($52,500) plus Kiwisaver.

Tono mai | Apply now

If you would like to apply, please tell us why you would like to be part of this kaupapa in your cover letter and submit this via the Apply Now button along with your resume by the closing date of Friday 23 January 2026.

Please direct any queries to Jane Temel, Director, Niche Recruitment on 021 499 902 or email jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz.

E whai ake nei | Next Steps

If you are selected to proceed to the next stage, you will be invited to attend a 2–3-day wānanga on 20-22 February.