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Kia ora e hoa,
It may not be what first comes to mind when people think of Corrections, but one of the main areas of our work here at Ara Poutama Aotearoa is healthcare.
It’s hugely important mahi – when someone is unwell, it can be a lot harder for them to engage with rehabilitation programmes and supports. In many respects, healthcare helps to set the foundation for other important work across the prison.
In this issue of Tiritiri, we’re sharing Pourewa’s story working as a Kairuruku Hinengaro (Māori Mental Health Practitioner). Pourewa works with men who have spent time in an Intervention and Support unit, using Māori health practices to enhance oranga and support recovery.
She says that there are a lot of misconceptions about working at Corrections, and in her experience, the reality of the job is different to what people expect.
Check out her story below, where she gives us a glimpse into her work and why she finds it meaningful.
Ngā mihi,
The People team
Reflections from our new recruits
Kyrah, Paige, Owen and Will are all recently graduated recruits. They share what they have learnt about the Corrections Officer role since they started - both through training and their time on the floor.
What's involved with a community work project?
There is a lot more that goes into a community work project than meets the eye. Tina and Ellen from our Community Work team share what’s involved and what makes a project a success.
Police and Corrections join forces for training
Our staff were recently joined by teams from New Zealand Police for Advanced Control and Restraint (ACR) training at Rimutaka Prison. Training was attended by 21 police officers, observers from Military Police and 35 Corrections ACR members.
Hariki Whare creates wairua-enhancing environment
For the first time, the Short Rehabilitation Programme for Men was delivered at Hariki Whare in the remote Eastern Bay of Plenty community of Te Kaha. Programme Facilitator Rupana Keno says being able to deliver the programme at Hariki Whare had a hugely positive impact on the way the participants engaged with the content.
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