Social Worker In Schools

Social Worker in Schools Community Services Social Work Whangarei Full Time 26/3/2024 Competitive salary aligned with pay equity settlement Paid professional and cultural supervision Annual practicing certificate costs paid Ko matou tenei I This is Us Perehipitiriana Awhina – Presbyterian Support Northern (PSN) support's New Zealand's most vulnerable people, including survivors of family violence, tamariki and whanau who are struggling, people in distress, older people, and those with disabilities and injuries. Operating across the upper North Island, our vision is A better life for everyone. We are here for whanau and communities, with the goal of transforming generations. Our Whangarei service is looking for a successful Social Worker to work within one school on a full-time basis, although working across other local schools may be required periodically. This role will see the successful applicant providing early intervention and preventative social work services to children and their families using our strengths-based, multi-systemic approach. Nga pukenga kei a koe I Your Skills and Experience You will need to have: A qualified Social Worker degree Able to work with people of many cultures Committed to working with Tangata Whenua Have a knowledge of Tikanga Maori Experienced in working alongside children and their families Great in self-management and working within a school community Organised, with excellent communication skills Interested in developing group work skills and facilitating a range of needs based preventative programs A "can do" person, enthusiastic and highly motivated Registered with the SWRB Nga ahuatanga hirahira o te mahi nei I Highlights of Working with Us You can look forward to joining a team where you will make a meaningful difference on a day to day basis, and be valued for your contribution. We are an accredited dementia friendly organisation, a domestic violence free workplace, a member of Diversity Works NZ; and a proud member of the Pride Pledge. To support your success, you will have access to: Professional external supervision and ongoing professional development Counselling and support through our Employee Assistance programmes Wellbeing support and resources for you and your family Discounts for a range of services and product, through our BOOST programme Rewards each time you successfully refer a friend or family to work for PSN Formal recognition for your service from 5 years of service (additional week of leave) Kiwi saver contribution in addition to your base salary Purchasing up to 10 additional days of annual leave each year E hika ma, Tono a mai! (What are you waiting for)… join our team and be part of the solution! For a role profile please email