Location – Hawera The position is - 40 hours per week (negotiable), Monday to Friday.
Full Time equivalent: Full Time A pre-employment police vetting and safety check are conditions of employment for this position. WELLSTOP Collaborative and supportive environment Fantastic wellness policies offeredOpportunities for learning and developmentAspiring towards working from a Maori world view. The Agency WellStop is an innovative and well-established agency. Our aim is to eliminate harmful sexual behaviour in our communities and work with clients to address the effects of sexual harm/violence. Our Social Workers make a significant difference in the lives of people, whanau, and communities through prevention and support.
WellStop is committed to upholding and protecting the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our work. We believe in enhancing the mana of whanau through understanding tikanga and building relationships with mana whenua. Together with our network, we commit to whakapapa, rangatiratanga, kaitiakitanga, whanaungatanga and manaakitanga.
WellStop is committed to implementing the Public Service Commission's Social Worker Pay Equity system for this role.
The role We are looking for a Social Worker to bring their experience to this close-knit team.
This role is within the SHCSS and involves Crisis Intervention for people who have been affected by sexual harm by providing a safe and high quality response to clients during and immediately following a crisis.
We are a supportive, dedicated, and fun team of people who take pride in the quality of our work. If you think that our mahi is a good match for you, we would love to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will have: A recognised qualification and registration in Social Work, Counselling or similar.Be registered with a professional body and have a current Practicing Certificate (or be in the process of obtaining).Experience in the delivery of psychosocial crisis support services that take a trauma informed approach.Training and experience in delivering clinical and evidence based interventions.Risk assessment and Safety Planning formulation.The ability to work in a culturally responsive manner that demonstrates a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi including experience with Kaupapa Maori models of practice.Experience of working collaboratively and effectively in a multidisciplinary team.You may be required to drive so a FULL NZ driver's licence is required.To be considered for this position you must already be located and resident in NZ have either NZ citizenship/residency or a valid NZ work visa.What we will provide to you: A satisfying role where you can use your skills to really make a difference in the lives of families who are striving to move beyond traumaA great work environment with dedicated colleaguesRegular supervisionOngoing professional development opportunitiesOpportunities to learn Te Reo Maori The opportunity to work creatively and flexibly and learn new models of practiceFive weeks annual leaveWellbeing allowance for all staffProfessional body membership fees paidOpportunity to expand your skills to work with a variety of clients.To apply To view the position description, visit our website – www.wellstop.org.nzTo apply for this position please email your CV and cover letter – to [email protected] by 5pm Monday 25 November 2024.For any questions you might have, please contact Kellyanne Tupaea, Team Leader SHCSS, Mobile: ********