Job Category: Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical, Voluntary, Charity & Social Work
About the New Zealand Red Cross New Zealand Red Cross is a National Society member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the world's largest humanitarian organisation. Our organisation has over 8,000 members and staff who contribute to the Red Cross's mission of improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience. More information can be found at www.redcross.org.nz.
We are guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. We help people and communities in New Zealand, the Pacific and around the world in times of need and support them in strengthening their resilience.
Starting with the hiring process, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us? Be part of a team that shares your passion.Our organisation is made up of diverse and dedicated individuals.We value our employees as much as we value their work.Diversity, inclusion and belonging We strive to provide an environment where all staff and volunteers can thrive and have a sense of belonging at a systemic, procedural, and individual level. We are committed to representing the communities we serve and to increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership.
We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our clients and we welcome candidates from every ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age and those with a disability or who have additional mental health needs. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Both paid, volunteer and community experience shape the skills and knowledge you bring to your application, so please share this within your application.
Work that benefits you Creating a flexible and healthy work environment for our teams is important to us. We offer a wide range of in-person and virtual roles to suit different operational needs, from casual and/or short-term contracts to full-time, permanent positions. Our benefits differ based on contract type and job level.
Work / life balance We want our team to flourish in their roles at work—and in the many other roles in their lives. Offering flexible virtual/hybrid work for some roles allows our staff to balance their personal and professional priorities. In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer career development, annual flu vaccination, discounts on Southern Cross health insurance, and five weeks annual leave.
Here are some ways we encourage this:
Green Team – sustainability network bringing together diverse knowledge to strengthen the sustainability of New Zealand Red Cross and the people we serve.The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.Settlement Social Worker Refugee Settlement Programme - Palmerston North Permanent Full-time (37.5 hours per week) We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join the Pathways to Settlement programme in Palmerston North.
The Social Worker provides comprehensive assessments, social work support, and settlement support to former refugees settling in New Zealand to regain control of their lives.
To be successful you will have: A tertiary social work qualification.Lived experience desirable but not compulsory.Full registration with the Social Worker Registration Board or be registerable.Demonstrated strengths-based social work and cross-cultural understanding.Relevant experience in social work.Proven ability to network and build positive working relationships.Click below to download the job description and to apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button to be taken to the New Zealand Red Cross Careers page. If you are already viewing this via the New Zealand Red Cross Careers page, please click the active job description link below.
All applications MUST be submitted online which requires uploading the below details: A recent copy of CV/ResumePassportLegal Right to Work In New ZealandYou must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 01/12/2024. If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Govinda Regmi at ******. Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
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