We are looking for a Social Worker to highlight and fight injustice, inequalities, and systems that create barriers to a person's full participation in life and to promote hauora (health and wellbeing), mana development, self-determination, and opportunities for social change for all people they engage with. Key tasks will be to:
Show aroha/compassion, and manaakitanga/care for peopleEasily build whanaungatanga/authentic relationships with people accessing services and community partnershipsListen, and affirm people in such a way that they are encouraged to create solutions to the situations that are impacting themRefer to internal and external services that will support achieving goals and aspirationsMaintain best practice standards of engagement, case management, and administrationMou ake - About you: Hold a recognised Social Work qualification, registration, and practicing certificateHave experience supporting whanau experiencing Family HarmHave proven social work experience (3-5 years) working with hard-to-reach community groupsMaintain a high level of professional practice, recognising the dignity and individuality of clientsAbility to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and across two different government contractsAbility to adapt approach to the needs and interests of the audienceA proactive solution-focused approach using maturity and empathy in problem-solving and reduction of barriers to achieving outcomesUnderstanding of, respect for, and ability to work with The Salvation Army's mission, principles, and Christian ethosOur offer to you: Great supportive local and regional team connectionsProfessional and Peer supervisionPractice coachingAn additional 5 days leaveDiscounted Medical Insurance with Southern CrossTSA discount card for discounts with various retailers such as Beaurepaires, Noel Leeming, Placemakers, and Torpedo7Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeingSubsidised flu vaccinationsConvenient car parking optionsApplicants should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated, and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives, and reforming society'.
Hours of work: 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday (37.5hrs) The starting salary for this role will fall between $68,000 and $102,000 per annum. This role is covered by the pay equity agreement and the final remuneration will be dependent on the years of experience the preferred candidate brings to the role. 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.
Reference # 9227
Posted on 25 Nov 2024
Closes on 13 Dec 2024 11:00
Location(s): Auckland
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