• Enjoy plenty of variety, no two days are the same!
• Support individuals and families in urgent need of housing
• Play a pivotal role in Supporting the service whilst making a difference

Mō te tūranga - About the role

The role of the qualified and registered Housing Social Worker position is to deliver a professional, empathetic, and effective service to people and families needing long term sustainable accommodation and advance the mission of The Salvation Army.

The successful candidate will practice social work frameworks, professional practice and reporting and should show acceptance, inclusion and genuine interest in people and validate their story and aspirations. Be able to listen, relate and affirm people in such a way that they are encouraged to examine their issues and create solutions that lead to sustained independence (passing knowledge and power to a person so they can regain independence). You will be responsible for managing cases and the referral of clients to internal and external services, in line with their goals, to deliver positive outcomes, ensure the set outcomes are being achieved and reporting aligns with practice, promptly record client interactions and case notes and Connect people to Salvation Army services (such as Community Ministries and Corps) that enhance their current circumstances and that meet individual needs.

He kōrero mōu - About you

• Proven relevant Social Work experience of at least 2 years
• Holds a recognised Social Work Degree Qualification or equivalent
• Fully registered with the Social Work Registration Board
• Clean full drivers license
• Be legally entitled to work in New Zealand
• Strong relationship building
• Pervious or current experience in transitional housing would be advantageous
• Ability to understand and relate to people from diverse backgrounds and who are experiencing hardship, trauma and/or mental unwellness
• Role modelling commitment to engage and journey with people, providing support for personal responsibility and motivation to achieve own goals
• Maintains a high level of professional practice recognising the dignity, and individuality of clients
• 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
• Strong cultural competency, with the ability to work from a bicultural perspective

Our offer to you:

• An additional 5 days leave
• Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
• Subsidised flu vaccinations

This is a permanent full-time role 40hrs, per week.

The starting salary for this role is likely fall between $68,037 and $102,000. This role is covered by the pay equity agreement and the final remuneration will be dependent on the years experience of the preferred candidate brings to the role.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.