Enjoy plenty of variety, no two days are the same!
Support individuals and families in urgent need of housing
Play a pivotal role in helping to grow the service whilst making a difference
Mo te turanga - About the role
As the Team Leader, you will lead, manage and care for a team of social work and housing professionals, and oversee day-to-day operations of the centre. A key focus will be ensuring that the housing services of the centre are operating in a consistent and safe manner, and supporting centre staff and volunteers to ensure present and future strategies are in place.
A key opportunity in this role is establishing and fostering relationships with internal/external partners that enhance communication, understanding and collaborative outcomes so that people can secure suitable long-term sustainable homes. Therefore, the ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively as a team and with other stakeholders is critical.
With The Salvation Army, you will get the chance to make a real and positive impact in the lives of many people. With skills, planning and purposeful action, you will lead the team to support people to find a home and neighbourhood in which they will build the future of Aotearoa. This is an exciting opportunity to join a hard-working team with a commitment to supporting whanau, and to work with a long-standing social service provider partnering with the community to tackle homelessness.
He korero mou - About you:
Minimum degree level in social sciences, or health sector is required
Hold a clean full driver's licence
Be Legally entitled to work in New Zealand
A background in the social services / mental health / addictions sector
Demonstrates natural leadership qualities establishing great relationships with staff, service users, peers
Previous Management Experience
Strong leadership capabilities with a collaborative approach
Strong relationship building
Pervious or current experience in transitional housing would be advantageous
Computer literate including Teams, Outlook and Office 365
Able to meet tight budget, management reporting
Able to relate to people with sensitivity, care and patience
Highly developed written and oral communication skills
A strong understanding of, and a heart for, social justice issues
Ability to work to targets and deadlines
Ability to work proactively, problem-solve and meet multiple demands
Strong cultural competency, with the ability to work from a bicultural perspective
A commitment to the mission and values of The Salvation Army
Our offer to you:
Two Salvation Army additional leave days and long service leave
Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
TSA discount card for discounts with various retailors such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7
Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
Subsidised flu vaccinations
The hours for this role will be 40 per week.
The salary for this role is $95k - $122k covered under Social Work Pay
This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
We look forward to receiving your application.
The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.
The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.
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