Social Worker Manager (Pathways to Settlement Manager)New Zealand Red Cross – Blenheim, South IslandPermanent Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)Lead our Pathways to Settlement programme, making a lasting impact in the lives of former refugees. You'll manage a small dedicated team and play a key role in supporting refugee resettlement in our community.As a Senior Social Worker, you'll ensure safe practices, oversee client support, and develop social and settlement services in Blenheim. Additionally, you'll build strong networks with community providers and streamline referrals to mainstream services.In this role, you will:Lead and support a small team to provide a quality strengths-based settlement service.Coordinate intake and settlement activities, liaising with stakeholders, including government and non-government agencies and various community groups.Build and maintain networks with key service providers and refugee background groups in the community sector.Provide tailored social work support, including managing casework and crisis support, and conducting assessments and client settlement plans.Support and communicate with volunteers and assist with settlement tasks as needed.To be successful you will:Hold a tertiary qualification in social work with relevant experience in the field.Be fully registered with the New Zealand Social Worker Registration Board.Showcase expertise in strengths-based social work and intercultural awareness.Have good organisational skills and leadership experience within a multidisciplinary team.Have refugee lived experience or a deep understanding of the refugee resettlement process.About the New Zealand Red CrossNew 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.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.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 p.m on 2/12/2024.If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Tracey Read at ******: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
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