We are a small team that covers Tamaki Makaurau in the community, safe house and transitional housing. We are seeking a Social Worker or similar qualifications to work in our Safe House in West Auckland and available to cover leave in South Auckland when required, along with the following;

• Understanding of Tikanga and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi Principles

• A strong advocate for wahine and their tamariki

• An understanding of the dynamics of family violence

• Experience working with vulnerable whānau experiencing family violence

• Excellent communication, listening skills and computer skills

• Clear professional boundaries and a non-judgmental manner

• Being highly motivated, positive, solution focused and a team player are a must

• Ability to work alone

• Flexible attitude and 'can do' approach

• High level of self-awareness

• Ability to manage and deal with competing priorities

• Ability to work in a fluid and sometimes stressful environment

• Ability to identify risk , follow process and instructions to manage them

• Conflict management and de-escalation techniques

• A clean, full driver’s licence and positive police vetting results under the Vulnerable Children's Act

• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

What do we offer?

• Ongoing professional development

• Paid External Supervision

• Internal Supervision

• Paid cultural Supervison

• After the first 6 months; one day off every 3 months for wellbeing

• Annual Reviews

• Pay Parity

• Rewarding mahi

 

Please send your cover letter and CV to kaiwhakahaere@tewhareaio.org.nz

Applications end once role is filled