Social Worker or Community Support Worker Age Concern Horowhenua Horowhenua, Levin Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services (Community Services & Development) Part time $75,000 - $82,000 (Prorated from $102,000.00 FTE on SW Scale) negotiable based on experience Elder Abuse Response Service Social Worker - 0.8 FTE Age Concern Horowhenua is looking for a newly qualified social worker or someone with experience working in an NGO setting to join our small but tight-knit team. We offer a flexible working environment so days and hours can be negotiated for the right person. We offer remuneration reflecting the current pay parity agreement for social workers. About Age Concern Horowhenua Age Concern PND is committed to promoting the rights, well-being, dignity, and respect of kaumatua/older people throughout the Horowhenua District. Our vision is that older people live a valued life in an inclusive society. Our services and programmes combat social isolation and loneliness; improve health and wellbeing; provide information, advice, and support; and raise community awareness to the issues that older people face. We deliver the Elder Abuse Response Service in accordance with our contract with the Ministry of Social Development. A big part of your day will be: Working directly with older people (and their families and carers where appropriate) who have been referred to our services usually due to suspected elder abuse and neglect. We also provide community support and advocacy work for older people. Managing your own case load (with support from team leader). Undertaking strengths-based and holistic assessments, as well as risk assessments and safety planning. Supporting older people and their families to use their strengths, support networks, and resources independently to develop greater resilience and maintain a positive safe environment that optimises their wellbeing. Recording case notes and information in a concise, accurate, relevant, and timely manner. Working collaboratively with other government and community agencies to provide the best outcomes for our clients. On occasion, you will be required to speak to community groups and other agencies about elder abuse and neglect so if you are a confident public speaker then this is a big plus. We are seeking: A qualified social worker or someone with experience working in an NGO setting to join our small team. We welcome applications from new graduates with provisional registration. You will need to have a genuine interest in working with older people. You will need the ability to think outside the box and adapt as needed to meet clients where they are. You will be able to work collaboratively within a team environment. A good sense of humour is a must. Experience of working successfully with people from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds is a plus. You will possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Confidence with public speaking is desirable as part of our work is prevention and community awareness. You will hold a current clean full driver's license. You will have NZ residency or be holding a permanent NZ work visa. We are offering: Remuneration reflecting the current pay parity agreements. Paid SWRB fees. A flexible working environment - days and hours can be negotiated for the right person. An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged. A small but friendly and supportive team who genuinely enjoy working together. Support is provided through professional supervision and peer support. #J-18808-Ljbffr