Ko matou tenei I This is Us
We believe that everyone should be able to actively contribute to their community and thrive. We are a not-for-profit organisation, stretching from Taupo to Whangarei, that provides access to critical health and social services. We are renowned for our core services Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline and Shine .
Everything we do is informed by our purpose to enable our clients to have a better life; and our values of Hope, Trust & Integrity, Compassion, Partnership, Tangata Whenua.
Family Works Northern is a champion for children, providing professional counselling and social work in communities and schools and delivering programmes that bring about lasting change.
Te Kowhiringa I The Opportunity
On a day to day basis, you will be working in a local school setting, working with a case load of families, providing early intervention and preventive social work services to vulnerable children and teens; and their whanau. This includes individual and group work, and using our strengths-based, multi-systemic approach to encourage positive and lasting change.
Nga pukenga kei a koe I Your Skills and Experience
To be successful as a Social Worker in Schools (SWIS) you will have a professional, warm and engaging nature; and have/ be:
A tertiary level degree, majoring / specialised in Social Work
Registration with the Social Workers Registration Board
Full, clean NZ driver licence, and a reliable vehicle
Experience working as a Social Worker
Advanced interpersonal skills, including ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, their families, the local school and your colleagues
Excellent ability to maintain professional boundaries, meet KPIs and adhere to practice requirements
Confident, working knowledge of Tikanga Maori; and commitment to working with Tangata Whenua
Experience working with children in a school setting would be a distinct advantage
Diversity & Inclusion at PSN
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can look forward to coming to work, feeling included and valued for your contribution. Examples of our commitment include that we are an accredited dementia-friendly organisation, a domestic violence-free employer, a member of Diversity Works NZ; and a member of the Pride Pledge.
Nga ahuatanga hirahira o te mahi nei I Highlights of Working with Us
Our people are critical to our success. Part of working with our team means you will have access to:
Professional external supervision and ongoing professional development
Counselling and support through our Employee Assistance programmes
Wellbeing support and resources for you and your family
A discount to Southern Cross medical insurance
Discounts for a range of services and products, through our BOOST programme
A reward each time you successfully refer a friend or family to work for PSN
Formal recognition for your service from 5 years of service
KiwiSaver contribution in addition to your base salary
Apply to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave each year
Be recognised through our Spirit of PSN employee recognition scheme
Please contact us at ****** if you have any questions or would like a copy of the Role Profile.
To check out our Careers page, please copy and paste https://careers.psn.org.nz/ into your browser to learn more about us and working here, including other exciting opportunities with us.
E hika ma, Tono a mai! (What are you waiting for)… join our team and be part of the solution!
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