(Christchurch) Family Worker - Community

Based in Central Christchurch:

• Part time 30 hours
• Fixed term contract, late Jan 2026 - 3rd July 2026
• Parental leave cover

PSUSI: Working to achieve a just, compassionate and inclusive society 

Kei te tae ana te ngākau- achieving a heart of love 

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ke tēnei mahi (About the position)

This role will deliver therapeutic intervention with a focus on providing positive strategies and practical support for parents, children and youth who are facing complex challenges. You will often work collaboratively and/ or in partnered response within our Family Works team or external agencies. This role will primarily focus on working in our Community team and working with whanau from our waitlist and may include clients base in Selwyn and North Canterbury.

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 within New Zealand
• Work with highly passionate motivated people
• Central location
• A people focused culture (he tangata he tangata he tangata) 
• Flexible working policy and environment 
• Stimulating, challenging and rewarding work 
• Teamwork:  Te Korowai PSUSI has a supportive fun team 
• Up to date IT systems 
• A safe, healthy and supportive work environment
• Extra leave entitlements like Birthday and Whānau Leave!
• Employer subsided health insurance cover 
• EAP and employee benefits programmes (www.myboost.co.nz) 

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an ideal applicant?)

• Hold a relevant qualification and professional registration (Social Worker, Psychologist, Counsellor)
• Have demonstrated experience working with a similar client base and an understanding of the range of opportunities and challenges influencing this cohort.
• Have excellent communication skills and a strong ability to develop relationships.
• Have sound computer and administration skills.
• Demonstrate empathy and resilience.
• Be willing and competent to work safely with a diverse range of cultures including Māori and Pacifica 
• Be available and eligible to work in NZ (NZ Citizen, Permanent Resident or have a current work visa)

Ko wai mātou (About us)

Presbyterian Support aims to create a better life for everyone. Our social services are focused on whakawhanaungatanga and manākitanga (relationships and hospitality) to help build safer, stronger, more connected families/whānau and communities. This includes supporting older people/kaumātua to maintain their wellbeing and positive social connections as they age and helping children/tamariki, teens/rangatahi and families/whānau 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 (Ōtautahi & Hakatere).

 Since July 2023, we have embraced a Co-Governance model at both the Board and senior leadership levels, reflecting our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and fostering shared responsibility in our leadership.

How do I apply? - Me pehea ahau e tono ai?

Nau Mai Haere Mai 

Does this sound like the ideal role for you? 

If you match the above criteria, click apply now with your CV and a Cover letter!

Hurry! Applications close end of day 5th December 2025. We will start interviewing as ideal candidates apply we won't wait till the closing date. 

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Confidential enquiries about the role are welcome to Steve Thomas on stevet@psusi.org.nz

Read the job description here.