Social Worker (PHO) Primary Health Organisations Part-time fixed term position: 24 hrs per week as a Social Worker in our Community Family Works Team
Fixed term Contract till 30th June 2025
Based in central Christchurch office of PSUSI and mobile in Medical Centres
The key purpose of this Social Worker role is to work collaboratively to provide place-based high quality, professional and time-framed social work services for adults, parents, children, young people, and families enrolled with Christchurch PHO general practices in Christchurch, which support and encourage and enhance positive outcomes for individuals and family or other relationships.
This may include co-working with other Presbyterian Support Staff or other agency staff. To build strong positive relationships with GP Practice staff who act as referral agents. Ensure appropriate engagement with other support networks and agencies in Christchurch that will enhance outcomes for clients.
Ko wai matou (Who we are)
Presbyterian Support aims to create a better life for everyone. Our social services are focused on whakawhanaungatanga and manakitanga (relationships and hospitality) to help to build safer, stronger, more connected families and communities. This includes supporting older people to maintain their wellbeing and positive social connections as they age and helping tamariki, teens, and families to learn, grow, and thrive.
We have sites across the upper South Island covering the Tasman & Marlborough (Te Tau Ihu o te waka a Maui), West Coast (Te Tai Poutini), and Canterbury districts (Otautahi & Hakatere).
This position supports the delivering of the Social Work initiatives within our Community Family Works team, which has a particular focus on working to advocate and navigate on behalf of our clients with the medical practices and the wider community.
The role offers stimulating and rewarding work within a team environment providing and creating opportunities to contribute to strengthening wellbeing for all our clients.
He aha ta matou e tuku atu ki a koe (What we can offer you)
An opportunity to make a difference, working with a range of cultures
Work with highly passionate people and teams
A safe, healthy, and supportive work environment
Flexible working policies
Employer Subsidised Health Insurance cover (working minimum 20 hours per week)
Extra leave entitlements like Birthday and Whanau Leave!
EAP and employee benefits programmes (www.myboost.co.nz)
Ko wai he kaitono totika? (Who is an ideal applicant?)
Our ideal Candidate will:
Have 2-3 years' experience as a registered Social Worker
Able to provide effective individualised support, advocacy, and navigation skills on behalf of our clients and their families/whanau.
Have experience and the confidence to develop strong relationships with stakeholder groups e.g. Medical Centre staff and health providers, other key community agencies quickly and effectively
Passionate about supporting adults, children, young people, and parents
Able to take responsibility, show initiative, and is punctual and self-motivated
Enjoy being a part of a team but is able to work independently in a fast-paced mobile environment
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet expected deadlines
Able to provide effective individualised support, advocacy, and interventions by navigating effective solutions for clients and their families/whanau.
Demonstrated ability to respect and adhere to confidentiality and professional boundaries
Hold knowledge of relevant community networks and resources including those important to Maori and Pasifika families
Sound computer skills including the use of email, internet, and Microsoft applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new client management systems quickly
Capture and maintain accurate and timely client information using the relevant database. This includes maintaining client details, assessment information, evaluations, goal plans, and activity management
Ensure progress and statistical data is recorded regularly, accurately, and consistently
Work effectively in a team environment and have the ability and experience to support the Team leader and the wider Family Works team
Have a high degree of professional integrity and honesty, able to manage sensitive information confidentially.
Hold a full clean driver's licence
This role will attract SW Pay Equity for a successful candidate who meets the criteria within this equity framework
Does this sound like the ideal role for you?
If working in a meaningful role which has a positive impact on the well-being of our clients and the wider community resonates with you and you match the above criteria, click apply now with your CV and a Cover letter!
Visit our website for a full position description and to find out more about us, go here: https://psuppersouth.org.nz/
Hurry! Applications close 29th November 2024 at 5pm. We will consider applications as they are submitted and not wait for the final closing date.
Confidential enquiries about the role are welcome to Steve Thomas PSUSI Family Works Manager Christchurch & Environs: ******
Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have as a social worker?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
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