Family Worker & Youth Transition Worker - Greymouth

Based in Greymouth:

• Part-time 20-24 hours

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)

These hours will be split between two roles:

The purpose of this Community Family Worker role is to:

Provide individualised support, advocacy, case management and engage additional network connections for individuals and whanau, particularly those where family harm has occurred or is at risk of occurring, to promote mental and emotional wellbeing and enhance family relationships. This service includes contributing to integrated networks and prevention initiatives in the Greymouth community.

The purpose of the Youth Transition Worker role is to:

The aim of this role is to provide a more gradual and supported transition for young people from care, to help them get a good start to their adult lives. The role is to assist young people in the development of skills and knowledge over time, support them to develop and learn from their experiences with a focus on building and strengthening a network of support, which can endure into their adult lives. Transition workers will take a youth-led approach that empowers the young person to have more say and increasing responsibility for themselves.

The role engages and networks with the services and activities within the broader community and Presbyterian Support Upper South Island.

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
• 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?)

• At least 2 years of experience in social work with Social Work or similar qualifications 
• Professional Registration with relevant professional body 
• A working knowledge of relevant legislations including Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and Domestic Violence Act
• Knowledge of relevant community networks and resources
• Demonstrated ability to respect and adhere to confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Intermediate computer and office equipment skills including the use of email, SharePoint, Microsoft 365 applications, and databases
• Excellent communication skills and a strong ability to develop relationships
• Openness to and enjoyment of differences in values, beliefs, and cultural practices including gender identity, sexual orientation, and differing levels of ability
• Willing and competent to work safely with a diverse range of cultures including Māori and Pasifika
• Full clean driver's licence and ability to pass a Police vet check

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 21 July. We will start interviewing as ideal candidates apply, we won't wait till the closing date. 

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Please read the job descriptions below. 

Family Works Community Worker

Youth Transition Worker