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Jen
Chief Executive Officer
Jen is originally from Scotland and been in New Zealand since 2004 working in several leadership/management roles in health, not-for-profit, local authority and education sectors.
Jen has extensive experience in the public health, health promotion and community/youth development sector
Heather
Business Manager
Heather works in the powerhouse at the Rotorua Youth Centre as Business Manager. This means she and her team are responsible for making sure the organisation runs like a well-oiled machine. They manage day to day resources and protocols needed that help to push toward financial, operational and strategic objectives.
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Emma
Projects Manager
Kia Ora, Im Emma
I work behind the scenes on projects which support our amazing teams to do some of the awesome work they do with our Rangatahi in the community.
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Robyn
Clinical Nurse Leader
Robyn trained as a Registered Nurse at Rotorua Hospital ( hospital based training days ) and midwife at the Royal Womens Hospital, Melbourne.
She has since worked in many different nursing and midwifery roles within the Rotorua Community.
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Steve
Youth Development Manager
Kia ora! Steve Holmes here! I have been working with youth for about 25 years both as a youth worker and in youth development management. My job includes ensuring that all of our programmes achieve the best outcomes for our rangatahi.
I love my job, and get great satisfaction in working in a team whose focus is to help young people realise their value and take steps towards reaching their amazing potential.
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Gus
Youth Worker - Creative Programmes
The name’s GUS TE MONI. I am a tireless seeker of knowledge, occasional purveyor of wisdom and also, coincidentally, a radio broadcasting champion, reigning KING of processes & systems and loyal worker for the youth and their families.
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Joel
Te Hiringa/M&D Coordinator
Kia ora! Joel King-Hazel here. I am one of the team members of the youth development team.
Our team is dedicated to creating programmes and projects for young people to take part in, that expand and challenge young people through activities.
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Jay
Transitions Youth Worker
Kia ora Koutou!
Ko Ngapuhi | Ngati Porou toku Iwi x Ko Titirangi toku Maunga x Ko Arawa toku Waka x Ko Ngai Tupoto toku Marae
I’m Jay, Transitions Youth Worker supporting rangatahi into adulthood here at the Youth Centre!
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Arnold
Kia Ora. My name is Arnold and I work in the Youth Employment Plus team as a Workplace Opportunities Broker. This means that I engage with businesses to open up pathways to employment for our rangatahi.
I’m originally from South Africa, and moved to Aotearoa in November 2019 with my family.
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Kirsty
Snr. Youth Worker / Navigator
Hi I’m Kirsty!
I am a Youth Worker Navigator at the Youth Centre and I am here to support and empower rangatahi by assisting, mentoring and coaching them on their journey into employment or study .. or where ever they want to go! As well as assisting young people on their journey, I facilitate our hospitality programmes including Barista and cooking.
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Janey-Rose
Snr. Youth Worker / Navigator
Ko Matawhaura te Maunga, Ko Rotoiti te Roto, Ko Ngati Rongomai te Hapu, Ko Te Arawa te Waka, Ko Te Arawa te Iwi
KIA ORA! Im Janey! I am born and breed in Rotorua and have a passion for supporting our local Rangatahi.
I started with RYC in 2020 facilitating the mates and dates programme in local high schools, supporting and encouraging young people to have healthy relationships.
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Waipai
Youth Worker/Navigator
Ko Ngōngōtaha Te Māunga, Ko Waikuta Te Awa, Ko Ngāti Tunohōpu te hapu
Ko Te Arawa te iwi, Ko Te Arawa te waka, Ko Waipai Knight Ahau
Tēna koutou, I’m Wai, born and raised on the shores of Rotorua-Nui-A-Kahumatamomoe.
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Helen
Clinical Nurse Manager - Youth Justice & Mental Health
Kia ora, I’m Helen. Born and bred in Yorkshire, and living in New Zealand since 2003.
I trained as a registered nurse here in Rotorua with a specific focus for the mental health sector. I am passionate about and dedicated to working with a person centered, holistic approach. I bring a kete of knowledge with me gathered from world-wide travel and a variety of volunteer posts within different countries and cultures.
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Stephanie
Youth Worker/Navigator
Kō Tarawera, Kō Ngongotahā ōku maunga
Kō Tarawera, Kō Rotoruanui-ā-Kahumatamomoe ōku moana
Kō Tūhourangi, Kō Ngāti Rangiwewehi ōku iwi
Kō Te Pākira, Kō Tarimano ōku marae
Te Arawa waka, Te Arawa tangata
Kō Stephanie toku ingoa
I was born and raised here in Rotorua. I am part of the amazing Youth Employment Plus team to empower our rangatahi to reach their full potential and aspirations. I will be someone who will believe in you and support you along your journey into employment or further education as well as your wider goals.
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Amanda
Senior Pou Rangatahi Practitioner
Kia ora! I am Amanda
I Whanau ahau i Rotorua – No Ngati Whakaue ahau, Ko Ngongotaha toku maunga, Ko Takitimu toku waka
Nga toku Mama no Kahungungu, Ko Ngati Rongomaiwahine toku hapū
No Nga Puhi toku Papa
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Gabrielle
Pou Rangatahi Practitioner
Kia Ora , I’m Gabrielle.
I am a Registered Nurse locally from Rotorua.
I am privileged to be working with our Rotorua youth as Pou Rangatahi Practitioner with the newly developed Putake-Nui-Rangatahi Potential Primary Mental Health Service.
Sally
Youth Health Receptionist
Kia ora my name is Sally and I am receptionist/guru of everything at Rotovegas Youth Health.
I am the friendly face you will be welcomed by when you come in and see us.
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Nicky
Health Administrator
Hi! I’m Nicky!
My role with the Rotorua Community Youth Centre Trust is in administration for the Rotovegas Youth Health Service.
I love my job because I get to interact with heaps of fantastic young people.
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Debbie
Registered Nurse
Ko paemauka o Tākitimu tōku mauka, Ko Aparima tōku awa
Ko Takitimu tōku waka, Ko Kᾱi Tahu ōku Iwi, Ko Takutai o Te Tītī tōku marae
Nō Ōtautahi ahau, Kai Rotorua tōku kāika I nāianei
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Alicia
Registered Nurse
Kia Ora, I’m Alicia!
I was born and raised in Rotorua and I’m of Ngati Whakaue/Te Arawa descent.
I’m one of the nurses here at the Rotorua Youth Centre, and look forward to meeting you soon.
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Tania
Registered Nurse
My name is Tania. I have worked at Rotovegas Youth Health for the past 10 years
Youth health is where I have chosen to specialise. Working with young people is very energising and inspiring.
We have a wonderful health team who can offer a variety of support services.
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Joanne
Registered Nurse
Kia ora, I’m Joanne, a Registered Nurse and nature lover 🙂 working in the youth health centre.
Originally from Gisborne, I have lived in Rotorua for the last 20 plus years,
I’m very happy to continue to support our young people to be healthy and strong, as individuals and as part of our community.
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